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PostgraduateMaster of PhilosophyUCAS: 500F

Master of Philosophy - FT

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Glasgow, Scotland
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3 yearsDuration
£22,528Per Year (Intl)
£9,680Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MPhil Master of Philosophy - FT at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. The overriding aim of undertaking MPhil study is to make an original contribution to knowledge. The programmes do not follow a prescribed course of study but benefits from close supervision and a range of research training that is designed to support the project being undertaken, and provide wider opportunities for professional development as a researcher. Our vibrant multidisciplinary environment includes performance and new work in dance, drama and music, performing arts education and policy, Scottish music, historically-informed performance, musicology, and a range of other specialist ar... International tuition fees are £22,528 per year, home/UK fees are £9,680 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 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

Research Methods in Performing Arts
Supervision and Independent Research Project
Advanced Performance Practice and Analysis
Creative Research Methodologies
Professional Development for Researchers
Collaborative Practice and New Work Development
Musicological Research and Critical Analysis
Electro-acoustic Composition and Sound Design
UCAS Code:500F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements Following a historic agreement between RCS and the University of St Andrews, we offer research degrees leading to the awards of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil). The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers opportunities for suitably qualified students to work towards the achievement of research degrees in appropriate areas of enquiry. Applications will only be successful if it is clear that the proposed research can best be undertaken within a Conserv

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,528

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£67,584

Home Student Fee

£9,680

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Tuition fees

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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

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