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The specialised training we offer means that securing a place at the RNCM is highly competitive, so it’s important that you understand the necessary entrance requirements and application process in advance.
In brief, all applicants must be over 18 years old by 31 December in the year of entry, demonstrate a high level of performing/composition ability at audition, and meet the minimum academic standards and English Language requirement for the course of choice. For guidance, undergraduate applicants are expected to be of at least Grade 8 standard in their Principal Study instrument, with at least Grade 5 knowledge of music theory.
The application process incorporates a number of stages, outlined in detail within this section.
2026 Entry
For most performance courses, UCAS Conservatoires applications opened on
10 July
and closed on
2 October 2025
. We are still accepting late applications for most courses (excluding GRNCM/MusB), and you can contact us by emailing
[email protected]
for more information.
All applicants must apply via
UCAS Conservatoires
, followed by an
Acceptd
submission. Please check the
audition requirements
for your instrument and course before submitting your Acceptd application.
Please note that we must receive
both
your UCAS Conservatoires and Acceptd applications before we can review your application.
Applications for the following courses follow different processes and timelines, and more information can be found on individual
course pages
:
Bachelor of Arts in Music Education
Master of Music in Conducting
Master of Education
International Artist Diploma
Research Degree Programmes
Associate Student Scheme and Continued Professional Development Courses
Hallé/RNCM Advanced Orchestral Strings Programme
Chat with our Admissions Team
Every Tuesday and Friday during term time, our Admissions Team host informal one-to-one sessions to give applicants the chance to ask any questions about studying at the RNCM. They’ll cover everything from Student Visas and English Language Requirements to fees and finance, living in Manchester and accommodation.
There’s no need to book, simply click on one of the Microsoft Teams links below and someone will be happy to help.
Tuesdays: 15:00 – 16:00 (UK time)
Fridays: 9:00 – 10:00 (UK time)
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