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Mmus/MusM - Master of Music
Royal College of Music
Full Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Mmus/MusM - Master of Music
Royal College of Music
Full Time
SEP-25
2 years
Mmus/MusM - Master of Music
Royal College of Music
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a an exam type
The Royal College of Music offers a diverse Masters programme with multiple study routes, which allow students to work towards the qualification most suited to their needs. The Royal College of Music’s Master of Music (MMus) qualification combines research work with a range of intensive training opportunities designed to develop your composition skills to a professional level.
Normally taken over two years, the Master of Music (MMus) qualification develops students’ critical, analytical and research skills, as well as their ability to express themselves verbally to a high level. Such skills are particularly relevant for those who are interested in studying the background and context of the music they perform and analyse, and those who hope to teach or communicate about music beyond their principal study (for example as professional educators, facilitators or curators). This is in addition to continuing to develop students’ practical skills to a very high standard.
Learning and teaching
Our Masters programme is designed to be flexible, ensuring you can undertake study directly relevant to your needs and aspirations. A variety of options helps every student develop their interests during their time at the RCM.
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.
MMus applicants require an undergraduate degree or equivalent international qualification, usually in music and two recent examples of extended written work in English, such as essays. All offers for composers are made based on their portfolio and interview.
Students living in
Domestic
£17,450 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
Students from Other UK
This is the fee you pay if the University is not in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£28,700 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£28,700 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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