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PostgraduateMaster of MusicUCAS: 1037

Brass Band Conducting MMus (Part-Time)

Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Birmingham, England
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3 yearsDuration
£12,880Per Year (Intl)
£2,147Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MMus Brass Band Conducting MMus (Part-Time) at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year part-time structure. Designed for recent graduates and suitably qualified mature students, our taught Master of Music (MMus) and Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) Brass Band Conducting courses provide the technical training, collaborative opportunities and podium time necessary to help you prepare for a career as a professional conductor. Royal Birmingham Conservatoire is an exciting destination for brass band conductors, with opportunities to gain work experience both internally and externally. As a Principal Study Brass Band Conductor, you'll be offered individual tuition from expert staff conductors, and will spe... International tuition fees are £12,880 per year, home/UK fees are £2,147 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Brass Band Conducting Techniques
Advanced Score Analysis and Interpretation
Rehearsal Management and Ensemble Leadership
Contemporary and Historical Brass Band Repertoire
Professional Practice and Career Development
Research Methods in Music
Principal Study: Brass Band Conducting
Dissertation or Professional Project
UCAS Code:1037
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements Thursday 11 June Book your place Entry Requirements Essential requirements UK students should normally hold an honours degree, ideally but not necessarily in Music. Applicants for most Principal Study areas will be auditioned live, but some will require you to submit a portfolio in addition to or instead of a live audition/interview. We work with you to develop your portfolio whilst you are studying with us and proactive students are able to gain significant experience and bui

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,880

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£38,640

Home Student Fee

£2,147

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.

💰 Graduate Salaries — Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£15,500£19,500£22,500
5 years£19,500£24,500£27,000
Official Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
100%Professional Jobs
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