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PostgraduateDoctor of PhilosophyUCAS: 555P

Doctor of Philosophy - PT

Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Glasgow, Scotland
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6 yearsDuration
£11,266Per Year (Intl)
£4,842Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, the PhD Doctor of Philosophy - PT provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 6-year part-time structure. The overriding aim of undertaking PhD and MPhil 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 specia... International tuition fees are £11,266 per year, home/UK fees are £4,842 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
Advanced Performance Practice and Analysis
Musicological Research and Enquiry
Contextual Studies in Performance
Professional Development for Researchers
Dissertation Supervision and Support
Performance Creation and Devised Practice
Research Ethics and Academic Integrity
UCAS Code:555P
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

£11,266

per year

Total Course Cost (6 years)£67,596

Home Student Fee

£4,842

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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