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PostgraduateGraduate DiplomaUCAS: 420F

Graduate Diploma in Vocal Performance

Royal College of Music
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£21,684Per Year (Intl)
£8,704Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The Grad Dip Graduate Diploma in Vocal Performance at Royal College of Music is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. During your time on the Graduate Diploma course, you will build or reinforce a solid vocal technique while developing your skills in languages and movement. Singers who demonstrate potential for significant vocal achievement, but who lack formal grounding, will have the opportunity to develop their repertoire knowledge. By the end of the year, you will have developed a vocal technique suitable for the demands of Masters level study at a conservatoire. A minimum ielts score of 5.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 89% student satisfaction rating, a 93% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Vocal Technique
European Languages for Singers
Operatic Repertoire and Style
Movement and Stagecraft
Vocal Pedagogy and Performance Analysis
Lieder and Art Song Traditions
Professional Development and Career Planning
Applied Performance and Recital Preparation
UCAS Code:420F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementHow to apply The application deadline for most applications is 1 October 2026, although this may vary for some overseas audition locations. Check your deadline before applying. Late applications may be considered where places remain. If you miss a deadline

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic5.55.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,684

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£21,684

Home Student Fee

£8,704

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
10%Studying
20%Work & Study
75%Professional Jobs
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