
Master of Performance (Keyboard)
Royal College of MusicCourse Overview
The MPerf Master of Performance (Keyboard) 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 2-year full-time structure. The Master of Performance (MPerf) is an advanced training degree offering tailored tuition, performance opportunities and industry experience, through masterclasses, orchestral projects, opera productions and professional collaborations. Normally taken over two years, the MPerf is designed to prepare you for life as a professional musical artist. You will work alongside world-leading musicians to develop your performance skills to the highest international standard. A minimum ielts score of 7.0 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
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements All offers for performers are made on the basis of their performance at audition. Candidates require an undergraduate degree or an equivalent international qualification, usually in music. The RCM welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and alternative qualifications may be considered. If your qualifications are not listed here, please |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£32,760
per year
Home Student Fee
£14,876
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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