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PostgraduateMaster of MusicUCAS: 891P

Composition - Part time

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Glasgow, Scotland
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3 yearsDuration
£13,707Per Year (Intl)
£6,654Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the MMus Composition - Part time at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year part-time structure. The MMus Composition programme, is a pathway designed to explore your compositional voice. Embarking on your tailored learning journey, our tutors will apply their expertise to support your creative and professional development. Composition students have opportunities to work in the superb electroacoustic and recording studios, devise new work in our purpose-built performance venues, and complete an optional second study in performance. International tuition fees are £13,707 per year, home/UK fees are £6,654 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Compositional Techniques
Electroacoustic Music and Studio Practice
Contemporary Music Analysis and Aesthetics
Orchestration and Instrumental Writing
Interdisciplinary Collaboration in the Arts
Professional Development and Industry Practice
Extended Composition Project
Research Methods in Music Composition
UCAS Code:891P
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements 891P Audition Fee: The Composition department at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers unique opportunities to learn and develop as an artist. Community and Collaboration Studying at one of the most multi-disciplinary conservatoires in the world, you’ll experience a real sense of community with your fellow Composition students, staff and PhD cohort with weekly meetings of the Composers Forum. As a result, you’ll have numerous opportunities for your work to be performed li

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,707

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£41,121

Home Student Fee

£6,654

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
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About Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers Composition - Part time as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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