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PostgraduateDoctor of PhilosophyUCAS: 555F

Doctor 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 PhD Doctor 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 PhD study is to make an original contribution to knowledge. The programmes do not follow a prescribed course of study but benefit 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 areas. International tuition fees are £22,528 per year, home/UK fees are £9,680 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 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 Design and Methodology
Advanced Performance Practice and Analysis
Composition and Creative Development
Scholarly Writing and Academic Communication
Research Training in the Performing Arts
Contextual Studies in Music and Drama
Professional Development for Researchers
Supervised Doctoral Research Project
UCAS Code:555F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

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🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers Doctor of Philosophy - FT as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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