MMus/PgDip Orchestral Conducting in Birmingham United Kingdom | Birmingham City University

Tailored for new graduates and experienced mature students alike, our Master of Music (MMus) and Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in Orchestral Conducting deliver essential technical instruction, collaborative experiences, and podium opportunities to equip you for a professional conducting career. Royal Birmingham Conservatoire stands as the premier choice for aspiring orchestral conductors, boasting a vibrant performance calendar.
As an Orchestral Conducting student, you'll receive personalized guidance from our resident conductors, along with masterclasses from renowned guest conductors who regularly collaborate with our ensembles throughout the academic year.
Your training will encompass the full range of musical styles at the Conservatoire, from contemporary works and student compositions to romantic classics and historical performance practices.

We support you in building your professional portfolio during your studies, with ambitious students often securing valuable external experience and industry connections. Our alumni have successfully established diverse careers as assistant conductors, youth orchestra leaders, and community music project directors.

PgDip duration: 1 year