Professional Performance - AdvPgDip (post-Masters level 8)

Support your developing career as a professional performer with Royal Birmingham Conservatoire's post-Masters, Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Performance. You can choose one of seven specialisms: Instrumental Performance, Vocal Performance, Jazz Performance, Collaborative Piano, Organ Performance, Chamber Music Performance, Opera Repetiteurship or Choral Conducting....

Essential requirements A postgraduate qualification (preferably Masters level), normally (but not necessarily) specialising in performance and/or substantial, verifiable public performance experience at a professional level. You will need to demonstrate that you're able to perform at a professional level and should submit a biography and list of performances at the time of application. You will need to demonstrate an awareness of what is required of the performer wishing to forge a successful professional career in the 21st century, and an open mind about developing your own portfolio of relevant skills and experiences, making clear your rationale for further study. For full details, audition requirements and audition advice, please visit the Music Auditions section of the Conservatoire website. Applying with international qualifications See below for further information on applying as an international student.

IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band, or equivalent.

International students: £28,460 in 2026/27

UK students: £12,880 in 2026/27

UK/Home: £12,880 in 2026/27

International: £28,460 in 2026/27

September 2026

• Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, United Kingdom