Why choose Music at Royal Holloway? See five great reasons below.
For more information about courses and applications for 2021, click here for the BMus Music single honours degree, or here for Music in combination with other subjects.
1. Learn on a course with both breadth and depth
You’ll be taught by leading experts about music from across history and around the globe. We teach our cutting-edge research on topics from early music to modern digital technologies, and from world music to classical, pop and jazz.
2. Study a flexible degree that lets you explore your passions and develop new skills
Our course structure ensures you master musical, practical and academic skills, while allowing you to specialize in your favourite topics. On performance courses, there are no limits on performance style or instrument.
3. Play, sing and compose with professionals
Learn with world-class performers and professional composers. Take part in our unique collaborations with groups like The King’s Singers, The Tippett Quartet and CHROMA.
4. Discover music with a packed concerts programme
Royal Holloway’s concerts are free for students. With over 90 events a year, you’ll hear international jazz, classical and world music performers on campus. Our concert management programme provides opportunities for organizational experience to enhance your career.
5. Join a welcoming community of musicians
Across the choirs, bands, groups and classes, the Music Department is a friendly, welcoming community that learns and plays together.
Can’t wait to get started?
Check out a preview of our first year course, along with some recommended listening and reading.
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