Royal Northern College of Music
124 Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9RD
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Advanced Studies in Popular Music (PGDip) (Taught)
1 Study option · PostgraduateMain Site
- Scheme:
- UCAS Conservatoires
Course summary
The RNCM’s specialised Postgraduate Diploma: Advanced Studies (PGDip) is ideal for performers and composers who have a Master’s-level qualification and wish to perfect their craft.
Designed to enhance your musical experience, the programme offers exceptional Principal Study and group tuition, complemented by a flexible choice of modules that reflect the dynamic and evolving music industry. You’ll also benefit from a range of performance and professional development opportunities to further enhance your creative and technical skills and employability.
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:
Main specialism
Only one specialism is studied. It may be possible to study a further instrument, but this will not contribute towards the qualification.
Joint main specialism
You would like to study two specialisms, both studied equally.
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
- Cello
- Drumkit
- Flute
- Guitar (Bass)
- Guitar (Electric)
- Harp (Pop)
- Music Production
- Piano/Keyboards
- Pop Instrumentalist
- Pop Percussion
- Saxophone
- Trombone (Bass)
- Trombone (Tenor)
- Trumpet
- Violin
- Voice
Secondary instrument/specialisms
- Cello
- Drumkit
- Flute
- Guitar (Bass)
- Guitar (Electric)
- Harp (Pop)
- Music Production
- Piano/Keyboards
- Pop Instrumentalist
- Pop Percussion
- Saxophone
- Trombone (Bass)
- Trombone (Tenor)
- Trumpet
- Violin
- Voice
Ways to study this course
Campuses
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Study options
- PgDip • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Application codes
- Course code:
- 604P
- Institution code:
- R57
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Royal Northern College of Music has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 604P
- Institution code:
- R57
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