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Undergraduate degree

Music BMus

UCAS code: W302

Key information

Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
Classroom
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-level:
AAB
Duration:
Three years
Application status:
Closed
Start date:
September 2022
Application deadline:
26 January 2022
Optional study abroad
Optional internships
Apply via UCAS

Delivered in one of the musical capitals of the world, this highly personalised degree leads to advanced work in four areas: history of western music, ethnomusicology, performance and composition. Students interested in performance will benefit from our partnership with the Royal Academy of Music, while those interested in composition will enjoy our expert teaching and access to London’s rich contemporary music scene. The course introduces all students to a broad range of theoretical and historical approaches to music, and will develop essential skills in critical thinking, expression and research. There is plenty of opportunity at King’s to participate in concerts and chamber music groups. You may audition for the KCL Symphony Orchestra (KCLSO), participate in various other student-led ensembles such as the Jazz Society Big Band or the Modern Music Society, or sing in the Chapel Choir. Our students often gain leadership experience in these performance groups. Concerts take place throughout the year. You are eligible to take performance modules as long as you have ABRSM Grade 8 in your chosen instrument or voice. Individual performance tuition is provided with a teacher from the Royal Academy of Music.

Key benefits

  • One of the most versatile and lively music departments in the UK.
  • Strong links with the Royal Academy of Music, the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and the University of Hong Kong.
  • This degree offers you the opportunity to choose the types of modules that suit your interests.
  • Central location offers access to London's rich music scene, alongside many libraries and cultural institutes.
  • Choral and organ scholarships are available.
Rita

“On the Music BMus you will learn about so many topics, disciplines and musics you didn't even know existed.”

Rita, Music BMus Alumna

Course Aims

  • Studying Music at King’s enables you to immerse yourself in the world of sound, stretching across the centuries and around the globe. Today, music is the most global cultural expression. We pride ourselves not only on the range and diversity of the modules we offer, but also on the diversity of the approaches we employ, including contemporary critical theory, historical scholarship and ethnographic studies alongside training in performance and aural skills, compositional creativity and analysis.
  • If you have ABRSM Grade 8 or equivalent in your main instrument or voice by the time you start your degree, you’re automatically eligible to take Performance modules. All students taking Performance have free individual lessons with a teacher from the Royal Academy of Music. We understand the importance of the relationship between you and your teacher so different types of RAM teachers are available during your studies, depending on your performance level and aspirations.
  • There are numerous opportunities at King’s to participate in concerts and shows, competitions and recitals. From joining the KCL Symphony Orchestra or the Chapel Choir (which regularly tours, records and broadcasts) to getting involved in the Modern Music Society, one of our award-winning a cappella groups, the Big Band, the many opera and musical theatre shows staged each year, or even establishing your own ensemble, King’s is a dynamic and exciting place to be a musician.
  • London is a city of music. We are fortunate to be located in a beautiful building on the King’s College London Strand Campus overlooking the River Thames at the heart of its arts district. You will have easy access to London’s endless live music offerings at the South Bank arts complex, the Barbican Centre, London’s opera houses and at the huge number of music clubs and concert venues in the city. Within 20 minutes’ walk of the Music Department are the West End theatres, cinemas and art galleries. The Maughan Library and its extensive music holdings will be at your disposal, many of them available in digital online formats, as well as the Senate House Library of the University of London.

Base campus

strand-quad
Strand Campus

Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Strand Campus houses King's College London's arts and sciences faculties.

Special features

Optional study abroad
Optional internships

Awarding Institutions

kcl logo

King's College London and Affiliates

Regulating bodies

King's is regulated by the Office for Students

Subject requirements

Required subjects:
Music; or Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory

A-Levels

Required grades:
AAB

Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.

Must include Music A level, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Students studying only two A levels: We are aware that some students at specialist musical schools and conservatoires are only able to study two A levels alongside their performance training. In such circumstances we may be able to consider a student for entry to the BMus programme, following an academic interview with our Admissions Tutor. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

Contextual A-Level information

BBB Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Must include Music A level, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Students studying only two A levels: We are aware that some students at specialist musical schools and conservatoires are only able to study two A levels alongside their performance training. In such circumstances we may be able to consider a student for entry to the BMus programme, following an academic interview with our Admissions Tutor. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

International Baccalaureate

35 points including 665 at Higher Level

Must include Higher Level Music, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Notes: The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE.

Contextual International Baccalaureate information

32 points including 555 at Higher Level Must include Higher Level Music, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Notes: The total point score of 32 includes TOK/EE.

You will also need:

Practical Requirements

We value practical skills highly and offer many performance opportunities. Applicants wishing to take Performance modules and to receive individual tuition at the Royal Academy of Music need either to have passed ABRSM Grade 8 in their main instrument or voice by the time they arrive at King’s or to demonstrate an equivalent level of achievement in a short audition.

If ABRSM exams are not being taken, then we will consider equivalent qualifications. For example: 

* Trinity College London Music grades

* London College of Music grades

* Similar graded music examinations from other countries

 

Alternative accepted qualifications

Standard requirements

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

Course specific subject requirements are indicated in subject requirements above

English language requirements

English language band: B

Selection process

Application deadline: 26th January 2022 - 18:00 GMT

 Interviews, Auditions & Portfolios

As a general rule, we do not invite applicants to an interview/audition for the programme, nor do we require any copies of previous coursework or a music portfolio.  Some applicants may be invited to an interview with the department where it is not clear that their qualifications and experiences meet the minimum entry requirements for the programme.

Contextual consideration

We make contextual offers for this programme, which can be found in the entry requirements. As part of the assessment process, we take into account contextual information to gain a more complete picture of each application. More information can be found on the Contextualised admissions website. 

Deferrals

Applications can be submitted for deferred entry by choosing the appropriate year of entry on the UCAS application.

If your circumstances change and, therefore, you need to request a deferral after an offer has been made, then we can generally permit these for this programme. However, each deferral request will be considered on a case-by-case basis and we reserve the right to decline any post-offer deferral request. Requests should be submitted via a message on King’s Apply with an explanation of the reason for making the request.

Please note, second deferral requests will only be considered where the request is due to extreme unforeseen extenuating circumstances, for example, health reasons. We are unable to permit deferral requests that go beyond two years and you would need to apply again. This is with the exception of deferrals which are due to military/national service.

Foundation courses

Applicants studying Foundation Year programmes in the UK are welcome to apply for this programme. Foundation programmes from other universities and further education providers in the UK are considered on a case-by-case basis. Whether or not we can consider a particular foundation year as suitable for study at King's depends on the content of the syllabus and modules studied. In the past we have accepted foundation programmes from a number of other institutions.

We are unable to accept Foundation programmes that are integrated as part of a main degree at another institution. These may be called Year 0 or Integrated Foundations. We are also unable to accept non-UK Foundation courses.

Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your qualification, such as a list of modules and course specifications.

The King's International Foundation Programme has guaranteed pathways available for progression onto our King's undergraduate degree programmes, and information can be found on the website.

Graduates

Our general entry requirements are based on A-level or equivalent. However, where an applicant is completing/has completed a degree, we are able to consider the degree study as part of the assessment of the application.

Generally, we would consider a minimum of a UK Bachelor degree with a 2:1 grade profile (or overseas equivalent) as meeting the entry requirements for our undergraduate degrees. However, those who have achieved/are predicted a high 2:1 or a First may be considered more competitive.

Where a programme has subject requirements, these will still need to have been met. If you have not met the subject requirements via A-level (or equivalent) then we may be able to consider the content within your degree. We would be looking for significant study of the subject across the degree programme with a 2:1 or above grading on those modules.

Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your degree study.

Personal Statement

Your personal statement is one of the many factors in the overall assessment of your application, and is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the university and inform us of your commitment to the programme and how the programme fits into your career plans, as well as any work experience or extracurricular activities you have done.

Resits

We are able to consider applicants who have retaken or are retaking their qualifications.

Transfers

Transfers into this programme are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Help for international applicants

International Foundation Year

If you don't have a suitable qualification for direct entry to a UK university, we can help with our Foundation year courses.

Pre-sessional courses

If you have an offer from King's, but English isn't your first language, we have courses to help you.

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lectures
Seminars
Small Group Tutorials

We think it is incredibly important that you receive close personal attention. We teach most modules through a mix of lectures and seminars or small tutorial groups of four or five. For lessons in Advanced Composition and in Performance you will be taught one-to-one. Our Department has an international reputation for its excellence in teaching and research and our staff aim to connect research and teaching, both in the classroom and at the many research seminars held in the Department.

Assessment

  • Essays
  • Recitals
  • In-Class Assessments
  • Portfolios
  • Written examinations

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include essays, class presentations, recitals, lecture recitals, portfolios, listening tests and written examinations. Coursework contributes approximately 75% and examinations approximately 25% to your final mark.

Structure

Courses are divided into modules. Each year you will normally take modules totalling 120 credits.

This is a three-year degree course in which you will take a combination of required and optional modules to total 360 credits.

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.

Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.

Employability

Our former students can be found in schools all over the country, in leading British and American universities and conservatoires, working at the BBC, in arts management and as composers and conductors with international reputations. Amongst our recent graduates there is a professional opera director, an award-winning tenor, a freelance editor, a television producer, a house manager for a concert hall trust, a promotion manager for a music publisher, and many teachers and freelance musicians. Other BMus graduates go on to pursue higher degrees in music or other fields, or to professional training in law or business, among a rich variety of possibilities.

Destinations

Recent graduates have found employment within the following job roles and companies:

  • A professional opera director with recent productions staged at the Juilliard School (New York), Nevill Holt Opera (UK) and Wexford Festival Opera (Ireland)
  • An award-winning freelance tenor and former Britten-Pears Young Artist
  • A freelance editor for Lexis Nexis
  • An assistant producer at the BBC
  • A house manager for a concert hall trust
  • International production operations coordinator for a music company.
  • An editorial assistant for a major UK music publication
  • International production operations coordinator for a music company.

Tuition Fees

Full time tuition fees UK:

The UK tuition fee for the 2022-2023 academic year is currently £9,250 per year. This is based on the UK Government’s cap.

Full time tuition fees International:

The International tuition fee for the 2022-2023 academic year is £28,050 per year.

Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.

All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2,000 against their first year’s tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.

If you choose the study abroad option with one of King’s partner universities, you will not be charged tuition fees by the host university (although some partners do charge a small administration fee for applying). King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees. You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling.  Please see the Study Abroad web pages for details of the relevant partner universities and detailed information on the fees that apply under the Course Essentials tab.

Additional Costs

In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:

  • Books if you choose to buy your own copies
  • Clothing for optional course related events and competitions
  • Library fees and fines
  • Stationery and personal photocopies
  • Printing course handouts
  • Society membership fees
  • Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
  • Purchase/rental, maintenance and insurance of personal instruments
  • Equipment and music (as required by tutors)
  • Accompanists' fees (if required)

Funding

Course Aims

  • Studying Music at King’s enables you to immerse yourself in the world of sound, stretching across the centuries and around the globe. Today, music is the most global cultural expression. We pride ourselves not only on the range and diversity of the modules we offer, but also on the diversity of the approaches we employ, including contemporary critical theory, historical scholarship and ethnographic studies alongside training in performance and aural skills, compositional creativity and analysis.
  • If you have ABRSM Grade 8 or equivalent in your main instrument or voice by the time you start your degree, you’re automatically eligible to take Performance modules. All students taking Performance have free individual lessons with a teacher from the Royal Academy of Music. We understand the importance of the relationship between you and your teacher so different types of RAM teachers are available during your studies, depending on your performance level and aspirations.
  • There are numerous opportunities at King’s to participate in concerts and shows, competitions and recitals. From joining the KCL Symphony Orchestra or the Chapel Choir (which regularly tours, records and broadcasts) to getting involved in the Modern Music Society, one of our award-winning a cappella groups, the Big Band, the many opera and musical theatre shows staged each year, or even establishing your own ensemble, King’s is a dynamic and exciting place to be a musician.
  • London is a city of music. We are fortunate to be located in a beautiful building on the King’s College London Strand Campus overlooking the River Thames at the heart of its arts district. You will have easy access to London’s endless live music offerings at the South Bank arts complex, the Barbican Centre, London’s opera houses and at the huge number of music clubs and concert venues in the city. Within 20 minutes’ walk of the Music Department are the West End theatres, cinemas and art galleries. The Maughan Library and its extensive music holdings will be at your disposal, many of them available in digital online formats, as well as the Senate House Library of the University of London.

Base campus

strand-quad
Strand Campus

Located on the north bank of the River Thames, the Strand Campus houses King's College London's arts and sciences faculties.

Special features

Optional study abroad
Optional internships

Awarding Institutions

kcl logo

King's College London and Affiliates

Regulating bodies

King's is regulated by the Office for Students

Subject requirements

Required subjects:
Music; or Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory

A-Levels

Required grades:
AAB

Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.

Must include Music A level, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Students studying only two A levels: We are aware that some students at specialist musical schools and conservatoires are only able to study two A levels alongside their performance training. In such circumstances we may be able to consider a student for entry to the BMus programme, following an academic interview with our Admissions Tutor. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

Contextual A-Level information

BBB Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Must include Music A level, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Students studying only two A levels: We are aware that some students at specialist musical schools and conservatoires are only able to study two A levels alongside their performance training. In such circumstances we may be able to consider a student for entry to the BMus programme, following an academic interview with our Admissions Tutor. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

International Baccalaureate

35 points including 665 at Higher Level

Must include Higher Level Music, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Notes: The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE.

Contextual International Baccalaureate information

32 points including 555 at Higher Level Must include Higher Level Music, or be in addition to a Grade 6 Pass in Music Theory (e.g. through ABRSM examinations or similar). Unfortunately we are unable to accept ABRSM Grade 6 in an Instrument or Singing as an alternative to Grade 6 Music Theory. Notes: The total point score of 32 includes TOK/EE.

You will also need:

Practical Requirements

We value practical skills highly and offer many performance opportunities. Applicants wishing to take Performance modules and to receive individual tuition at the Royal Academy of Music need either to have passed ABRSM Grade 8 in their main instrument or voice by the time they arrive at King’s or to demonstrate an equivalent level of achievement in a short audition.

If ABRSM exams are not being taken, then we will consider equivalent qualifications. For example: 

* Trinity College London Music grades

* London College of Music grades

* Similar graded music examinations from other countries

 

Alternative accepted qualifications

Standard requirements

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

Course specific subject requirements are indicated in subject requirements above

English language requirements

English language band: B

Selection process

Application deadline: 26th January 2022 - 18:00 GMT

 Interviews, Auditions & Portfolios

As a general rule, we do not invite applicants to an interview/audition for the programme, nor do we require any copies of previous coursework or a music portfolio.  Some applicants may be invited to an interview with the department where it is not clear that their qualifications and experiences meet the minimum entry requirements for the programme.

Contextual consideration

We make contextual offers for this programme, which can be found in the entry requirements. As part of the assessment process, we take into account contextual information to gain a more complete picture of each application. More information can be found on the Contextualised admissions website. 

Deferrals

Applications can be submitted for deferred entry by choosing the appropriate year of entry on the UCAS application.

If your circumstances change and, therefore, you need to request a deferral after an offer has been made, then we can generally permit these for this programme. However, each deferral request will be considered on a case-by-case basis and we reserve the right to decline any post-offer deferral request. Requests should be submitted via a message on King’s Apply with an explanation of the reason for making the request.

Please note, second deferral requests will only be considered where the request is due to extreme unforeseen extenuating circumstances, for example, health reasons. We are unable to permit deferral requests that go beyond two years and you would need to apply again. This is with the exception of deferrals which are due to military/national service.

Foundation courses

Applicants studying Foundation Year programmes in the UK are welcome to apply for this programme. Foundation programmes from other universities and further education providers in the UK are considered on a case-by-case basis. Whether or not we can consider a particular foundation year as suitable for study at King's depends on the content of the syllabus and modules studied. In the past we have accepted foundation programmes from a number of other institutions.

We are unable to accept Foundation programmes that are integrated as part of a main degree at another institution. These may be called Year 0 or Integrated Foundations. We are also unable to accept non-UK Foundation courses.

Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your qualification, such as a list of modules and course specifications.

The King's International Foundation Programme has guaranteed pathways available for progression onto our King's undergraduate degree programmes, and information can be found on the website.

Graduates

Our general entry requirements are based on A-level or equivalent. However, where an applicant is completing/has completed a degree, we are able to consider the degree study as part of the assessment of the application.

Generally, we would consider a minimum of a UK Bachelor degree with a 2:1 grade profile (or overseas equivalent) as meeting the entry requirements for our undergraduate degrees. However, those who have achieved/are predicted a high 2:1 or a First may be considered more competitive.

Where a programme has subject requirements, these will still need to have been met. If you have not met the subject requirements via A-level (or equivalent) then we may be able to consider the content within your degree. We would be looking for significant study of the subject across the degree programme with a 2:1 or above grading on those modules.

Once you have submitted an application, the Admissions Office may contact you via King's Apply to ask for further details on your degree study.

Personal Statement

Your personal statement is one of the many factors in the overall assessment of your application, and is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the university and inform us of your commitment to the programme and how the programme fits into your career plans, as well as any work experience or extracurricular activities you have done.

Resits

We are able to consider applicants who have retaken or are retaking their qualifications.

Transfers

Transfers into this programme are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Help for international applicants

International Foundation Year

If you don't have a suitable qualification for direct entry to a UK university, we can help with our Foundation year courses.

Pre-sessional courses

If you have an offer from King's, but English isn't your first language, we have courses to help you.

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lectures
Seminars
Small Group Tutorials

We think it is incredibly important that you receive close personal attention. We teach most modules through a mix of lectures and seminars or small tutorial groups of four or five. For lessons in Advanced Composition and in Performance you will be taught one-to-one. Our Department has an international reputation for its excellence in teaching and research and our staff aim to connect research and teaching, both in the classroom and at the many research seminars held in the Department.

Assessment

  • Essays
  • Recitals
  • In-Class Assessments
  • Portfolios
  • Written examinations

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include essays, class presentations, recitals, lecture recitals, portfolios, listening tests and written examinations. Coursework contributes approximately 75% and examinations approximately 25% to your final mark.

Structure

Courses are divided into modules. Each year you will normally take modules totalling 120 credits.

This is a three-year degree course in which you will take a combination of required and optional modules to total 360 credits.

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.

Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.

Employability

Our former students can be found in schools all over the country, in leading British and American universities and conservatoires, working at the BBC, in arts management and as composers and conductors with international reputations. Amongst our recent graduates there is a professional opera director, an award-winning tenor, a freelance editor, a television producer, a house manager for a concert hall trust, a promotion manager for a music publisher, and many teachers and freelance musicians. Other BMus graduates go on to pursue higher degrees in music or other fields, or to professional training in law or business, among a rich variety of possibilities.

Destinations

Recent graduates have found employment within the following job roles and companies:

  • A professional opera director with recent productions staged at the Juilliard School (New York), Nevill Holt Opera (UK) and Wexford Festival Opera (Ireland)
  • An award-winning freelance tenor and former Britten-Pears Young Artist
  • A freelance editor for Lexis Nexis
  • An assistant producer at the BBC
  • A house manager for a concert hall trust
  • International production operations coordinator for a music company.
  • An editorial assistant for a major UK music publication
  • International production operations coordinator for a music company.

Tuition Fees

Full time tuition fees UK:

The UK tuition fee for the 2022-2023 academic year is currently £9,250 per year. This is based on the UK Government’s cap.

Full time tuition fees International:

The International tuition fee for the 2022-2023 academic year is £28,050 per year.

Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.

All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2,000 against their first year’s tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.

If you choose the study abroad option with one of King’s partner universities, you will not be charged tuition fees by the host university (although some partners do charge a small administration fee for applying). King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees. You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling.  Please see the Study Abroad web pages for details of the relevant partner universities and detailed information on the fees that apply under the Course Essentials tab.

Additional Costs

In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:

  • Books if you choose to buy your own copies
  • Clothing for optional course related events and competitions
  • Library fees and fines
  • Stationery and personal photocopies
  • Printing course handouts
  • Society membership fees
  • Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
  • Purchase/rental, maintenance and insurance of personal instruments
  • Equipment and music (as required by tutors)
  • Accompanists' fees (if required)

Funding

Key information

Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
Classroom
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-level:
AAB
Duration:
Three years
Application status:
Closed
Start date:
September 2022
Application deadline:
26 January 2022
Optional study abroad
Optional internships
Apply via UCAS

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