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MA - Master of Arts
Royal Academy of Music, University of London
Full Time
SEP-25
2 years
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MA - Master of Arts
Royal Academy of Music, University of London
Full Time
SEP-25
2 years
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For many years, the Academy has produced the most outstanding array of exciting, versatile, creative and employable musicians to emerge on to the jazz scene. We offer a supportive environment in which to learn and experiment with this extremely broad art form.
CLASSES & ACTIVITIES
Students on the Master of Arts (MA) and the Master of Music (MMus) participate in exactly the same Jazz Department classes, ensembles and other activities.
The MMus is identical at jazz department level but includes the addition of a Master’s Project, which can be: a concert with commentary; a recording-based project; a dissertation; or a mixture of these.
Jazz Postgraduate Students usually take the two-year MA programme as undertaking their own projects tends to be something with which they are already familiar.
The Master's courses are designed as two-year courses. Based on an applicant’s circumstances and prior experience, we can discuss at audition whether completing the course in one year (named intensive in UCAS) is a suitable option.
YOUR COURSE
MA and MMus Jazz studies are centred around the growth of the student's own artistic voice, working in a collaborative environment where composition, improvisation and performance skills are developed in synergy. This facilitates the creation of the lifelong musical associations and professional skills that you need to pursue the future you want as a 21st century musician.
Your Project preparation is supported by a team of specialists and provides an opportunity for you to enhance your creative work through specialised academic study and practice-led research. Postgraduate students are a vital part of the Academy’s musical culture, working in a uniquely collaborative performance environment ideally suited to helping talented musicians — from across the globe — to achieve their musical ambitions. Students wishing to prepare applications for doctoral study will normally choose the MMus rather than the MA. 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
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.
Students living in
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£14,000 per year
Students from Domestic
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£28,500 per year
Students from EU
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£28,500 per year
Students from International
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