MMus Orchestral Performance
Delve into rigorous, specialist training with professional orchestral musicians, alongside mentoring and placement schemes with national orchestras.
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Study music at a leading UK music conservatoire | Apply for 2027 Postgraduate courses | Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Apply for a postgraduate music degree at Wales's national conservatoire. Our MMus degrees in performance, composition and conducting combine specialist training, performance opportunities and industry connections to help you develop as an artist and prepare for a sustainable career in music.
Be the musician you want to be
Study an MMus (Master of Music) at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama and immerse yourself in an intensive conservatoire experience designed around your artistic development. Whether you're specialising in performance, composition or conducting, our postgraduate music degrees combine one-to-one tuition, regular performance opportunities and collaboration with leading artists and arts organisations.
Develop your artistic voice, deepen your individual practice and graduate with the skills, experience and confidence to thrive as a professional musician.
Why choose RWCMD?
Tailor your MMus to your ambitions
Develop your specialist skills and artistic identity through a flexible programme designed around your interests, strengths and career goals.
Learn from practising musicians and artists
Study with professional musicians, composers, conductors and practitioners who bring extensive experience from the UK and international music industries into your training.
Build your performance experience
Take part in diverse performance and creative opportunities, from solo and chamber music to orchestral, opera and collaborative projects.
Collaborate across disciplines
Work alongside students and practitioners across music and drama, developing the creative and collaborative skills needed for a sustainable portfolio career.
Learn from leading artists
Take part in masterclasses, workshops and projects with visiting artists and industry professionals, connecting with musicians working at the highest levels of the profession.
Build your professional network
Develop valuable connections through RWCMD's partnerships with leading arts organisations, including opportunities to work alongside musicians from organisations such as BBC National Orchestra of Wales and Welsh National Opera.
Perform in outstanding facilities
Develop your practice in specialist spaces including the Dora Stoutzker Hall, with opportunities to perform within the College and at external venues.
What you need to know about applying for an MMus at RWCMD
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MMus Orchestral Performance
Delve into rigorous, specialist training with professional orchestral musicians, alongside mentoring and placement schemes with national orchestras.
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MMus Opera Performance
Meet the demands of today’s professional opera companies with our industry-led course that blends specialist tuition with diverse performing opportunities.
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MMus Music Performance
Build a career you love with our course that offers specialist tuition and numerous performing opportunities for singers and instrumentalists.
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MMus Choral Conducting
Lay the foundation for a successful career with our course that combines all the choral conducting opportunities you could want with specialist vocal tuition.
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MMus Collaborative Piano
Delve into specialist training with professional pianists as you work alongside musical partners in a diverse and exciting range of ensemble performances.
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MMus Multi Instrument Woodwind Performance
Learn to confidently perform with a variety of woodwind instruments in a musical theatre setting, with industry specialists and expert musicians to guide you.
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MMus Brass Band Conducting
Gain all the skills you need to embody the role of brass band conductor with confidence, alongside countless opportunities to conduct throughout your study.
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MMus Composition
Explore diverse compositional approaches and styles, with numerous opportunities to work on our drama productions and collaborate with industry professionals.
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What our students say
‘The College was where I found my voice as an artist. My time there gave me the confidence to trust myself, to listen to my inner voice, and to know that whatever comes my way, I'll have the tools I'll need to figure it out. Over the years, I’ve continued to feel a strong connection to the College and to its ethos of inclusion and innovation.'Tianyi LuMMus Orchestral Conducting
'I chose to study the MMus course at RWCMD because its orchestral performance pathway promised a wealth of professional orchestral experiences. The course offered mentorship from experts in the field, and provided me with valuable tuition and industry insights.
With the guidance of these tutors I was able to develop my skills and knowledge further, gaining the confidence and experience needed for a successful orchestral career.'Amy FletcherMMus Orchestral Performance
'I chose to study at the College because excited by the flexibility of the curriculum, as well as the supportive, creative culture of the College. Its location, in Cardiff, a green, mid-sized city was an added bonus.'Andrew NeslerMMus Music Performance
'Two moments particularly stand out in my mind. First was the experience of sitting in the BBC NOW horn section while playing Mahler 5, amazed by the sheer volume the players were producing, even during rehearsals. The second was sitting behind Angus West, the former Principal Horn of WNO, during the Opera Gala with Carlo Rizzi. Listening to his breathtaking horn playing was a real 'pinch-me' moment, as I realised I was part of the orchestra, performing alongside such amazing musicians.'Nathan BarkerMMus Orchestral Performance
'What I love about Cardiff and the College is that it’s a really inclusive place to study, which has helped me to feel comfortable being open about my identity. I’m so proud to be part of a College and a city where I feel diversity is embraced, where I can be free to truly be myself, and where my gifts and talents are recognised and celebrated.'Mica SmithMMus Opera Performance
Study music in Cardiff - Wales' capital city
Living in Cardiff
It is no coincidence that our students love Cardiff, but what makes it so special?
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Explore the city
You may not know it from our size, but there really is so much to do in our little city. So, cosy up and immerse yourself in the culture, enjoy the range of entertainment happening or take time to unwind in one of our scenic natural beauty spots.
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Accommodation in Cardiff
Whether you're in your first year or final year, finding somewhere to live is always a priority. We've put together some information to help you find the perfect place for you to enjoy life in Cardiff.
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