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Music (Choral Conducting pathway), MA

University of Birmingham, the United Kingdom

University of Birmingham

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
MAFull-time1 yearSeptemberGBP 7020 per yearGBP 15660 per year
MAPart-time2 yearsSeptemberGBP 3510 per yearfind out

About Music (Choral Conducting pathway), MA - at University of Birmingham

Are you a relatively experienced conductor with a burning passion to make conductor your livelihood? This unique MA programme in Choral Conducting is directed by Professor Simon Halsey CBE and is in association with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and its internationally renowned choruses and conductors. It gives students the opportunities to observe, conduct and sing every week.

The programme will allow you to have significant directed podium time with University ensembles as well as undertaking singing lessons, sing in Birmingham University Singers, sing in the CBSO Chorus and act as assistant conductor to two University choirs. Additional podium time will be available at the discretion of the Director of Choral Activities. Practical opportunities - you will observe and participate in choral ensembles in Birmingham and have the chance to audition for further conducting experience at the University.

Entry requirements

Students need to have an IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band; TOEFL IBT: 88 overall with no less than 21 in reading, 20 in listening, 22 in speaking, 21 in writing; or PTE Academic 59 in all 4 skills. Alternatively students can satisfy the English language requirement by taking and successfully completing one of our English courses for international students.

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