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Dmus/MusD - Doctor of Music
The Royal College of Music
Full Time
SEP-25
3 years
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Dmus/MusD - Doctor of Music
The Royal College of Music
Full Time
SEP-25
3 years
Dmus/MusD - Doctor of Music
Royal College of Music
Part Time
SEP-25
6 years
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The Doctor of Music (DMus) research degree is aimed at outstanding performers and composers who wish to explore research questions arising directly from their artistic practice. The RCM research community currently includes approximately 50 doctoral research students working in all its key areas. The RCM’s doctoral awards are specialist research degrees that particularly encourage research in the areas of performance, composition, musicology and performance science.
As a doctoral student, you will work with at least two supervisors in addition to attending group tutorials and seminars relevant to your area of research. In addition, you will be expected to take an active role within the research life of the Royal College of Music.
The RCM’s doctoral programme offers both a DMus and PhD pathway, and it is possible during the degree to move between pathways depending on how your individual research project evolves.
DMus students will submit a substantial portfolio of practical work in performance or composition and write an extended commentary of between 20,000 and 50,000 words, contextualising your research.
Career development
The RCM’s Creative Careers Centre, which is recognised internationally for its innovative approach to supporting young musicians, provides an unparalleled service to current students and recent alumni. The dedicated team partners with leading consultants, reputable arts organisations and local communities, delivering unique career-building opportunities and a direct route to the music industry.
The work of the Creative Careers Centre allows students to discover their professional identity, gain hands-on experience and new skills, develop an entrepreneurial mind-set and build a fulfilling professional portfolio.
To be admitted onto the programme, you will normally need to have a good masters degree, the ability to demonstrate a close familiarity with existing theoretical and practical aspects of your topic area, a developed awareness of fundamental research skills, and some ability to design and define a viable project. There should also be a good match between your intended project and expertise of staff at the RCM. Performance applicants should be performing at a level that matches the entry requirements for the Artist Diploma in Performance.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,250 per year
Students from Domestic
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Students from Other UK
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£19,000 per year
Students from EU
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£19,000 per year
Students from International
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