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Classical Music
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 14 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Course scheme
- UCAS Conservatoires
- Awarded by:
- University of Hull
Course summary
Our BA (Hons) Classical Music degree is a bold and inspiring performance-focused course designed for passionate young musicians ready to take their place on the world stage. Rooted in tradition but driven by innovation, it combines rigorous classical performance and composition training with global musical exploration, creativity, and industry-ready skills.
From day one, you’ll be immersed in solo and ensemble performance, building technical excellence and artistic identity through music theory and analysis, regular recitals, workshops, and one-to-one tuition with expert musicians. You’ll also compose, improvise, and collaborate, creating new repertoire alongside preserving and reinterpreting historical traditions.
You’ll explore diverse musical traditions through Global Music modules, learn recording and production techniques, and develop the entrepreneurial and digital skills you need for a modern portfolio career. By final year, you’ll be leading projects that reimagine how classical music is performed and shared – from cross-arts collaborations to studio recordings.
You’ll work with industry leaders like Opera North, take part in masterclasses with world-renowned artists, and gain experience in live professional settings. Whether your future lies on stage, in the studio, or in the community, this course prepares you for a dynamic, adaptable, and fulfilling career and help shape the future of classical music.
More information: https://bit.ly/LC-Classical-UCAS
Course details
Principal study options
During the application and audition process, you must select which instrument(s) you wish to specialise in for the duration of your course. On this course, you can choose from the following options:
Instrument/specialisms
For all courses, you must select at least one specialism from the 'primary' list. For those studying primary/secondary pathways, two instruments may be selected – one from the 'primary' list and one from the 'secondary' list. Joint pathway students may select any two instruments from either list.
Primary instrument/specialism
- Accordion
- Accordion (classical)
- Bassoon
- Bassoon (Contra)
- Cello
- Clarinet
- Clarinet (Bass)
- Clarinet (E flat)
- Composition
- Conducting
- Cor anglais
- Cornet
- Double Bass
- Euphonium
- Flugelhorn
- Flute
- Flute (Alto)
- Flute (Bass)
- Guitar (Classical)
- Harp
- Harpsichord
- Horn (Baritone)
- Horn (French)
- Horn (Tenor)
- Marimba
- Oboe
- Organ
- Percussion (Orchestral) & Timpani
- Piano
- Piano (Accompaniment)
- Piccolo
- Repetiteur
- Saxophone
- Saxophone (Alto)
- Saxophone (Baritone)
- Saxophone (Bass)
- Saxophone (Soprano)
- Saxophone (Tenor)
- Tabla
- Timpani
- Trombone (Alto)
- Trombone (Bass)
- Trombone (Tenor)
- Trumpet
- Trumpet (Bass)
- Tuba
- Viola
- Violin
- Voice (Alto)
- Voice (Baritone)
- Voice (Bass)
- Voice (Bass-Baritone)
- Voice (Contralto)
- Voice (Counter-Tenor)
- Voice (Male Soprano)
- Voice (Mezzo-Soprano)
- Voice (Soprano)
- Voice (Tenor)
Modules
Course Modules
Year 1
Classical Performance & Composition 1
Classical Performance & Composition 2
Global Melodic Understanding 1
Global Rhythmic Understanding 1
Musicianship 1 (HIC) – Harmony, Improvisation, Composition
Musicianship 2 (CLM) – Composition, Listening, Musicianship
Year 2
Classical Performance & Composition 3
Classical Performance & Composition 4
Global Melodic Understanding 2
Global Rhythmic Understanding 2
Integrative Pedagogy
Musicianship 3 (MAIC) – Musicology, Analysis, Improvisation, Composition
Year 3
Classical Innovations 1
Classical Innovations 2
Classical Performance & Composition 5
Classical Recording Project 1 – Audio
Classical Recording Project 2 – Visual
Assessment method
The course is assessed in a variety of ways to reflect the diversity of creative and professional practice. Assessment methods include performance recitals/composition portfolios, technical tests, online portfolios, presentations and written work.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 14 September 2027
Apply by
1 October 2026
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 305F
- Institution code:
- L31
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Leeds Conservatoire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
See why these ratings were awarded
What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
If you are an international applicant, or you are applying for a postgraduate course, or are choosing certain assessment locations, the 'on time' deadline may be later in the year - please contact the conservatoire directly.
Apply by
1 October 2026
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 305F
- Institution code:
- L31
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A level
As per UCAS tariff
UCAS TariffOffer: 96
96 UCAS tariff points from Level 3 studies or equivalent, (which normally include A Level Music or a BTEC Extended Diploma in a Music-related subject), plus 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above to include English Language.
Combinations of Level 3 qualifications are accepted.
Combinations of Level 3 qualifications are accepted.
Scottish Higher
As per UCAS tariff
Access to HE Diploma
As per UCAS tariff
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
As per UCAS tariff
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
As per UCAS tariff
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
As per UCAS tariff
Additional entry requirements:
Applicants should also have achieved a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above.
UCAS tariff points from music graded exams are also accepted (highest achieved per instrument (grade 6 and above), awarded by ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, Rock School).
All applicants will be required to either attend an audition or submit a portfolio of work.
Please see https://www.leedsconservatoire.ac.uk/audition for up to date details of our audition process.
English Language requirements:
All applicants must meet the minimum English Language requirement, as set by the conservatoire. For UK applicants this is GCSE English Language at grade C/4. Equivalent qualifications, such as Functional Skills English Level 2 or National 5 English grade C, will also be accepted.
For applicants that require a Student Visa to study in the UK, the standard requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.5. https://www.leedsconservatoire.ac.uk/entry-requirements
Additional entry requirements
- Audition
- Portfolio
Assessment locations
In the event of a successful assessment, applicants may be invited for a further interview prior to being made an offer.
Remote assessment recordings may be accepted in the event that you cannot attend an assessment in person.
Single specialism assessment
| Location | On-time Fee |
|---|---|
| Online or in Person (All Applicants) | No Fee Charged |
Joint principal specialism assessment
| Location | On-time Fee |
|---|---|
| Online or in Person (All Applicants) | No Fee Charged |
Additional Information
Leeds Conservatoire wants to ensure that our application and audition process is fair and accessible to all. For this reason we do not charge an audition fee for any of our courses and are able to refund travel expenses for applicants from low income households for in-person auditions. Please see https://www.leedsconservatoire.ac.uk/audition for up to date details of our audition process.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* | |
| EU & International | £20900* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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