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Musical Direction & Coaching – Master of Arts at Royal Academy of Music

Royal Academy of Music, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A one-year programme of intensive full-time study that trains students for a career in musical theatre as musical directors and coaches. It is taught by industry professional Musical Directors, each with a different style and specialisation, and is structured according to individual needs and experience, operating in tandem with the Musical Theatre programme.

Department: Musical Theatre  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Graduates of the Academy's musical theatre training enjoy success in major West End shows and international productions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a bachelor's degree at lower second-class honours (2:2) or higher, or an international equivalent, normally but not necessarily in music. No written requirement or project proposal; selection is based primarily on musicality and practical performance at audition.

Domestic applicants: GBP 17,100 a year. Tuition per academic year; may increase during studies. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,950 a year. Tuition per academic year; may increase during studies. Source

Duration: 1 year

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