Primary instrument/specialism
- Conducting (Orchestral)
This is a specialist and intensive Diploma at Level 7 within the UK Qualifications and Credit Framework (post-Masters). Candidates should have the potential and aspiration to succeed at the highest international standard. The deadline to apply for this course is 1st November 2024. The deadline for receipt of Orchestral Conducting first-round video recordings is 15 November 09:00 UK time. The Academy’s postgraduate conducting course is internationally recognised as one of the foremost programmes for training conductors. Our students have many opportunities to work with talented players and singers in a variety of settings, from two-piano workshops and intimate chamber ensembles to full symphony orchestra. Academy conductors work in a friendly, collaborative and focused environment which prepares them for professional conducting careers.
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.
Please see the information on https://www.ram.ac.uk/study/about-our-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.
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:
At the Academy we pride ourselves on our diverse international community. Over 800 students study here every year, with around sixty different nationalities from all over the world. https://www.ram.ac.uk/student-life/international https://www.ram.ac.uk/accommodation Live auditions for candidates selected after their video submission will take place over two days during February in London, and you should attend at the allocated time.
A Master’s qualification or equivalent (in a relevant subject) but the Academy welcomes applications from students who may not meet the normal requirements. Please see https://www.ram.ac.uk/study/entry-requirements for further details.
Audition
Evidence of professional performing potential in your principal study
Test | Grade | Additional details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | Minimum score of 5.5 in every section of the test. |
PTE Academic | 59 | Minimum score of 59 in every section of the test. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | Minimum scores for Reading: 18, Listening: 17, Speaking: 20, Writing: 17. |
We accept IELTS Academic, IELTS Online, TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home Edition. PTE Academic, PTE Academic Online and Cambridge C1 Advanced.
English Language requirements are published on our website.
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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London | £100 | £100 |
Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
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London | Not available at this location |
Please see the information on https://www.ram.ac.uk/study/departments/conducting. Orchestral Conducting candidates submit video recordings by 15 November, 09:00 UK time. Your upload into Acceptd should include: a biography, a curriculum vitae, your Professional Diploma specialist proposal, and your video recordings. The recordings are assessed by the Conducting department entry panel. This is the equivalent of the first-round live performance given by a performance candidate to a panel at the Academy. You will be informed around the middle of January whether you have been selected for the second round live assessment in London, this will take place over two days in February and includes conducting an ensemble, conducting two pianos, aural tests and interviews.
No fee information has been provided for this course
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 .
Entrance Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit following entrance assessment during our advertised audition sessions. There is no separate scholarship application process, and entrance scholarship awards are confirmed in candidates' offer details. You can find more details about financial support on https://www.ram.ac.uk/study/fees-scholarships-and-bursaries. Live auditions for candidates selected after their video submission will take place over two days during February in London, and you should attend at the allocated time.
Royal Academy of Music, University of London
Marylebone Road
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NW1 5HT
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