Master of Arts (Composition)
Royal Academy of Music, University of London
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MA - Master of Arts

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2 years

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MA - Master of Arts

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Royal Academy of Music, University of London

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Our courses are designed to give you everything you need for a successful career in music.MASTER OF ARTS (COMPOSITION)The Master of Arts follows the same programme as the MMus, but without the addition of a Masters project. Most composition students select the two-year MMus option in order to take advantage of the extra classes and project support.The programme path and length can be discussed at the entrance interview and adjusted as appropriate, you are not tied to the option you choose when ...Read more

Our courses are designed to give you everything you need for a successful career in music.

MASTER OF ARTS (COMPOSITION)

The Master of Arts follows the same programme as the MMus, but without the addition of a Masters project. Most composition students select the two-year MMus option in order to take advantage of the extra classes and project support.

The programme path and length can be discussed at the entrance interview and adjusted as appropriate, you are not tied to the option you choose when you submit your application in UCAS Conservatoires.

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Entry requirements

Performance Requirements: A performance standard at least equivalent to that of a recognised music performance diploma in your Principal Study. Academic Requirements: A good Honours Bachelor degree (normally in Music: RQF Level 6). Otherwise an international qualification of an equivalent standard.

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£14,000 per year

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£28,500 per year

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£28,500 per year

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Royal Academy of Music, University of London
Marylebone Road Westminster NW1 5HT United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Baker Street  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: London Marylebone  0.3 miles away
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