Primary instrument/specialism
- Cello (Jazz)
- Clarinet (Jazz)
- Double Bass (Jazz)
- Drumkit (Jazz)
- Electric bass (jazz)
- Flute (Jazz)
BMus (Hons) Jazz is a four year full-time undergraduate course. Performing, collaborating and composing are at the heart of our professional jazz training, giving you all the skills you need for a career in music. Incorporating many of the distinctive components of our flagship BMus course, this programme offers specialist modules for those students who want to pursue a professional career in jazz. Inspired by the ever-changing needs of the jazz performer and composer, it covers the main performance disciplines associated with the genre: vocal, instrumental and composition.
During the application and audition process, you must select which instrument(s) you wish to specialise in for the duration of your course. On this course, you can choose from the following options:
Only one instrument is studied. It may be possible to study a further instrument formatively, but this will not contribute towards the qualification.
For all courses, you must select at least one specialism from the 'primary' list. For those studying primary/secondary pathways, two instruments may be selected – one from the 'primary' list and one from the 'secondary' list. Joint pathway students may select any two instruments from either list.
*If you are an international applicant, or you are applying for a postgraduate course, or are choosing certain assessment locations, the 'on time' deadline may be later in the year - please contact the conservatoire directly.
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
The following entry points are available for this course:
International applicants whose first language is not English will need to gain an English language qualification. For more information, please see our website: https://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/englishlanguage
Entry to the BMus (Hons) Jazz course is by audition. We expect instrumental and vocal candidates to be able to demonstrate an excellent technical facility and a musical/stylistically aware approach to jazz performance, including improvisation. Candidates who are successful at audition are usually expected to gain at least two A-Levels, including Music or an equivalent level 3 qualification prior to entry. Equivalent qualifications include Scottish Highers, BTEC National Diploma/Certificate, WBQ, International Baccalaureate, Advanced GNVQ, AVCE or Advanced Diploma (Level 3) and recognised international qualifications. ABRSM music theory qualifications at Grade VI or above may also be considered as an alternative to an A-Level in Music. In any case, the minimum conditions attached to an offer of a place are based on individual applications and may be higher than the minimum requirements stated above.
Audition
In the event of a successful assessment, applicants may be invited for a further interview prior to being made an offer.
Remote assessment recordings may be accepted in the event that you cannot attend an assessment in person.
Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
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UKEC China | No fee charged | |
China - ZL Estrella | No fee charged | |
Cardiff RWCMD | £63 | £63 |
Online | £63 | £63 |
*Fee not collected by UCAS
Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
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UKEC China | Not available at this location | |
China - ZL Estrella | Not available at this location | |
Cardiff RWCMD | Not available at this location | |
Online | Not available at this location |
*Fee not collected by UCAS
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
EU | £28400 | Year 1 |
International | £28400 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Castle Grounds
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3ER
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