Violin – Bachelor of Music (Honours) at Royal Academy of Music

Programme overview

The four-year Bachelor of Music (BMus) in Violin prepares students for the professional world across a broad range of musical genres and disciplines, awarded by the University of London. It combines focused study with supporting academic studies, with at least one hour of one-to-one tuition per week in the Principal Study and numerous performance opportunities. Students submit a portfolio of materials at the end of the third and fourth years.

Department: Strings | Duration: 4 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules in years 1 and 2: Analytical Skills 1 and 2, Performing in Context 1 and 2, Aural Skills 1 and 2, Score Reading and Artist Development. Years 3 and 4 offer elective modules such as Analysis of Post-Tonal Music, Conducting, Contemporary Music Workshop, Fugue, Open Academy, Repertoire Studies, Research Project and Song Accompaniment.

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Entry requirements

Performance/Composition: high standard of performing potential or composition, strong musicianship and good aural skills. Music exams: formal exams are not required, but successful performers are typically at Grade 8 Distinction level or higher. Music theory: Grade 6 level knowledge is recommended before starting if not taking school music exams. Keyboard skills: no formal minimum unless it is the Principal Study, though Grade 5 piano is desirable. Entry is by audition (repertoire set by instrument), with an academic interview and aural skills assessment.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. Tuition per academic year; may increase during studies. Source

International applicants: GBP 30,850 a year. Tuition per academic year; may increase during studies. Source

Duration: 4 years full-time

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