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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Composition
| Institution | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Music |
| Web | http://www.rcs.ac.uk |
| admissions@rcs.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 332 4101 |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Arts - MA (PG)
Summary
The MA Composition pathway is designed to explore your compositional voice. Embarking on your tailored learning journey, our tutors will apply their expertise to support your creative and professional development.
Composition students have opportunities to work in the superb electroacoustic and recording studios, devise new work in our purpose-built performance venues, and complete an optional second study in performance. You will be working with our diverse and talented performing community in some of the best facilities in Europe.
Performing new work is of paramount importance to us. The Composition department has a significant reputation for contemporary music. PLUG – our critically acclaimed annual festival – is a renowned platform for premiering hundreds of new works. Our professional partnerships with leading ensembles and orchestras will provide you with further opportunities to hear your pieces performed.
Composition can be a solitary existence, but our Composition programmes aims to challenge and provide students with collaborative experiences with artists from dance, theatre, film, and musical theatre disciplines to develop their skills.
Please note, the international deadline for this programme is the 1st December 2025, but we would encourage applicants to apply early where possible.
Curriculum Review We are currently in the review cycle for our postgraduate music 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.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Candidates for both the MMus and MA are normally expected to hold a good honours (at least 2:2) degree, or its overseas equivalent, in a subject area relevant to the demands of the programme. |
| Location | Main Site 100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 18483 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 18483 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 18483 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 18483 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 18483 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 18483 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 36283 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 36283 GBP for Whole course |
Master of Music - MMus
Summary
The MMus Composition programme, is a pathway designed to explore your compositional voice. Embarking on your tailored learning journey, our tutors will apply their expertise to support your creative and professional development.
Composition students have opportunities to work in the superb electroacoustic and recording studios, devise new work in our purpose-built performance venues, and complete an optional second study in performance. You will be working with our diverse and talented performing community in some of the best facilities in Europe.
Performing new work is of paramount importance to us. The Composition department has a significant reputation for contemporary music. PLUG – our critically acclaimed annual festival – is a renowned platform for premiering hundreds of new works. Our professional partnerships with leading ensembles and orchestras will provide you with further opportunities to hear your pieces performed.
Composition can be a solitary existence, but our Composition programme aims to challenge and provide students with collaborative experiences with artists from dance, theatre, film, and musical theatre disciplines to develop their skills.
Please note, the international deadline for this programme is the 1st December 2025, but we would encourage applicants to apply early where possible.
Curriculum Review We are currently in the review cycle for our postgraduate music 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.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Candidates for both the MMus and MA are normally expected to hold a good honours (at least 2:2) degree, or its overseas equivalent, in a subject area relevant to the demands of the programme. |
| Location | Main Site 100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DB |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 13308 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 13308 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 13308 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 13308 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 13308 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 13308 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 28401 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 28401 GBP for Year 1 |
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