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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Psychology in the Arts (Music)
| Institution | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Learning and Teaching |
| Web | http://www.rcs.ac.uk |
| admissions@rcs.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 332 4101 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Please note the deadline date for this course is 31 March 2026
This MA programme is for people with a strong interest or established practice in music. It can be studied as blended learning (online and intensive weekends at RCS) or fully online. This programme will develop your thinking and encourage your curiosity about the role music plays in our lives. You will gain a rich understanding of its significance and influence on the human mind.
Over the 2-year programme you will be supported by the RCS music psychology team to explore three key areas of music psychology: developmental, performance and social. In addition, you will develop robust research skills before embarking on your own bespoke research project.
The programme is designed to fit alongside professional work schedules, with flexible lecture and seminar times to ensure no matter where you are in the world you can attend and feel part of this growing community.
We are looking for individuals from all walks of life ready to challenge their perceptions, explore the intersections of music and psychology, and make a positive impact on the world. You should be open to new and diverse views and be hungry to be part of the next generation of dynamic creative practitioners, looking to shape the future of music psychology.
We warmly invite you to come and join our diverse and international community of learners.
Curriculum Review We are currently in the review cycle for our postgraduate programmes starting in 2026, these courses are currently designated 'subject to validation'. This is standard practice during curriculum review periods. The outcome of this process, may mean there are some changes to how your programme is delivered.
Master of Arts - MA (PG)
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | As the second cycle of higher education, postgraduate study represents a continuation of learning, training and/or experience rather than a beginning. However, we recognise that traditional application processes, which show a bias towards prior learning and achievement, can perpetuate existing societal inequities, favouring those who already benefit. For this reason, we embrace the principles of widening access and participation and, whilst prior qualifications and experience may be taken into account, our application process places emphasis on students’ values, potential and readiness for Master’s level study. This is in accordance with the RCS Admissions Policy (including the Contextualised Admissions Policy). In fully supporting learners from diverse backgrounds, students may be required to complete successfully additional modules in criticality and academic writing, offered by the RCS, prior to commencing the Masters. |
| Location | Main Site 100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| EU | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 8077 GBP for Year 1 |
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