What does music mean to you?

At the Royal College of Music, it means everything. Find out more about studying at the Global No. 1 at the Global No. 1 for Music and Performing Arts (QS World University Rankings 2022 - 2025) and why students from all over the world choose the RCM for an inspirational learning experience.

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Scholarships & awards

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Upbeat out now!

Celebrate the Royal College of Music 'At the Cutting Edge', from 25 years of the award-winning Centre for Performance Science, to our unique improvisation teaching.

Find out how to support students through the annual Big Give Challenge, and be inspired by the achievements of RCM students, staff and alumni.

Discover all the latest RCM news

'The highly competitive world of music is made infinitely less intimidating by the friendly faces of students and staff alike.'

Emma Purslow, Bachelor of Music

'One of the richest and most intensive programmes of public performance of any conservatoire in the world.'

Higher Education Funding Council for England

'London is a wonderful city, especially for musicians. There is a rich musical culture to be explored here. The RCM’s location, opposite the Royal Albert Hall and next to Hyde Park, is amazing.’

Daniel Xia, Bachelor of Music

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News

Royal College of Music announces new 1851 MSc Studentships in Performance Science from September 2026

We are delighted to announce that the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 will support a number of students undertaking our MSc in Performance Science.

Royal College of Music ranked first in People & Planet’s University League Table

The Royal College of Music has been ranked the top conservatoire for sustainability in People & Planet’s University League Table for the fourth-year running, as well as the No. 3 university with fewer than 5000 students.

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Auditioning at the RCM

Current students share their tips on how to approach your RCM audition and some friendly insights into the process of auditioning with us.