Admissions are now open for the BAT Centre’s AIR Programme 2005 which is open to all aspirant musicians and artists who are keen to study full-time from March 2005 in a unique business learnership programme.

The AIR Programme has been sponsored by the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund since its inception in 2001 and 50 students are selected annually to participate.

Applicants need to be 18 years or older and have either musical or artistic skills or experience. Admission forms must be accompanied by a R150 administration fee, a demo or portfolio, a recommendation from a community leader and supporting documentation.

Admission forms are available from the BAT Centre at 45 Maritime Place, off Victoria Embankment or from the website at www.batcentre.co.za, under the subheading “BAT Projects”.

The closing date for admissions is February 25, 2005. Further information from Karen or Nonnie on 031 332 0451.