Orchestral Performance (Strings) PgDip (Full-Time)
Royal Birmingham ConservatoireCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the PgDip Orchestral Performance (Strings) PgDip (Full-Time) at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Developed in partnership with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO), our MMus and PgDip courses in Orchestral Performance are for advanced level string players considering professional orchestral auditions and on the brink of a professional career. In addition to one-to-one specialist tuition, you will spend a significant amount of rehearsal time in the CBSO alongside one or more dedicated host players who will act as mentors. You may also be offered opportunities to play at the back of the section to gain further experience. International tuition fees are £28,460 per year, home/UK fees are £12,880 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry 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
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£28,460
per year
Home Student Fee
£12,880
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £15,500 | £19,500 | £22,500 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £24,500 | £27,000 |
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About Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
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