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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Conducting (MA)
| 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 |
Summary
The application deadline for this course is 1 DECEMBER 2023.
The MA degree is designed for students who wish to achieve a Masters level qualification in one year, with 180 SCQF credits at level 11 (90 ECTS credits). The programme runs full-time for three trimesters, 45 weeks in total, with the third trimester being dedicated to a largely independent project.
Our conducting programmes provides students with comprehensive and integrated training required of a professional conductor. You will concentrate on the technique and craft of conducting through diverse practical experience with the Royal Conservatoire orchestras, our opera department, and various classical and contemporary ensembles.
Our extensive professional links in Glasgow and across Scotland offer unmatched opportunities to work with and observe the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Red Note Ensemble, the Orchestra of Scottish Opera and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Students at the RCS have masterclasses each year under the guidance of Professor Martyn Brabbins and other conductors with the BBC SSO and RSNO.
Under the guidance of Professor Martyn Brabbins and Conducting Lecturer Michael Bawtree, you will have individual and group lessons, aural classes, discussion forums with industry professionals and the chance to engage with the extensive and varied opportunities that Glasgow – Scotland’s largest and musically most vibrant city – has to offer.
Master of Arts - MA (PG)
| 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 | 17875 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| England | 17875 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 17875 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 17875 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 17875 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 17875 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 35090 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 35090 GBP for Whole course |
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