Primary instrument/specialism
- Composition
Course summary
The MMus Composition programme is available over two years, full-time. In exceptional cases a one year intensive programme is available. For more information, please see our website: http://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/composition
Course details
Principal study options
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:
Main specialism
Only one specialism is studied. It may be possible to study a further instrument, but this will not contribute towards the qualification.
Instrument/specialisms
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.
How to apply
This course is closed for the 2024 academic cycle. Please contact the provider or view the 2025 courses.
*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.
02Oct
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 803F
- Institution code:
- R59
- Campus name:
- Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
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 requirements
Entry to the postgraduate composition programme is by interview. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a level of ability appropriate for professional training. Applicants will be asked to send a portfolio of their creative work to discuss at interview. Minimum entry requirements usually include an undergraduate degree in music (2:1 or higher for Masters applicants) or an equivalent qualification. Candidates who have been studying or working in another field will be considered.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
Assessment locations
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.
Single specialism assessment
| Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| UKEC China | No fee charged | |
| China - ZL Estrella | No fee charged | |
| Online | £63 | £63 |
*Fee not collected by UCAS
Joint principal specialism assessment
| Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| UKEC China | Not available at this location | |
| China - ZL Estrella | Not available at this location | |
| Online | Not available at this location | |
*Fee not collected by UCAS
Additional information
All applicants are required to submit a portfolio to support their application; for more information and guidance, please see our website: http://www.rwcmd.ac.uk/auditions .
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £13400 | Year 1 |
| EU | £26500* | Year 1 |
| England | £13400 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £13400 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £13400 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £13400 | Year 1 |
| International | £26500* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £13400 | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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 .
Additional fee information
Please note the fee for (Year 1) vocal studies is £14,100(UK) or £28,000 (International / EU). The fees stated are for one academic year and are subject to an annual increase.
Provider information
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Castle Grounds
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3ER