About the course

Advance your skills as a performer with a postgraduate course in Instrumental Performance at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

　　Whether you're a recent graduate or returning to study after a break, our postgraduate courses in Instrumental Performance provide you with advanced-level training in your principal study area, preparing you for a solo, chamber or orchestral career, alongside excellent opportunities to develop other skills relevant to a future career in the music profession.

　　These courses are open to students pursuing orchestral instruments, keyboard instruments and other solo instruments such as recorder, guitar and saxophone. In addition, there is a Chamber Music route for bowed string and guitar ensembles.

　　On our Global Traditional Music Performance pathway you will forge important links with industry professionals through extensive performance opportunities. You will develop a wide range of musical, practical and business skills in order to launch or enhance your career.

　　Whether you are an English folk fiddle player who has an undergraduate degree, or a self-taught djembe player, the GTMP pathway aims to equip you with essential skills in performing, composing, recording and teaching. The course will form a bridge between your studies and the professional music world, giving you the edge in this vibrant but competitive area of music. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Birmingham
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Birmingham
Semester 1 (September), 2026	Birmingham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Birmingham City University

Honours degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject. You must have a minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent in all four skills areas to secure a visa.

　　You must have IELTS 6, or alternatively must have studied and completed a Bachelor’s degree in the UK,. TOEFL ibt - 80 , TOEFL pBT- 160

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Birmingham City University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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