Performance Science

The Graduate School - Royal College of Music

Postgraduate

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    1 Year

To enable students to develop a robust understanding of the science of musical performance, while gaining the critical and analytical skills necessary to conduct high quality practical work and independent research in this field. Suitable for anyone who is motivated to gain a scientific understanding of how music is performed, taught, created, and perceived, including performers and educators aiming to progress their current careers through continued professional development. For those wishing to pursue doctoral research and/or teaching in performance science, music psychology, or musicians' health, or in any area in which knowledge of scientific methods and techniques would be an advantage.

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Location

Start date

London
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Royal College Of Music, Prince Consort Road, SW7 2BS

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About this course

A first degree with a 2:1 class or above (or equivalent international qualification) in music or a related subject such as education, psychology or biology. Other degrees, professional qualifications, or experience may be considered.

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Course programme

MSc in Performance Science

Mode: full-time

Drawing on the expertise and facilities of the RCM Centre for Performance Science – as well as the lively performance environment of the College and of London.

The programme challenges students to examine the physical and mental demands of practising and per forming in real-world performance, educational and professional contexts through taught units on the Psychology of Performance, Musicians' Health and Wellbeing, and Musical Development.

There are also units on Research Methods and a seminar series which keeps abreast of the latest developments in performance science. Assessment will be by a combination of coursework essays, oral presentations, written examinations, and an in-depth independent research project.

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