What does music mean to you?
At the Royal College of Music, it means everything. Find out more about studying at the Global No. 1 for Music and Performing Arts according to the QS World University Rankings of 2024, 2023 and 2022 and why students from all over the world choose the RCM for an inspirational learning experience.
Life at the Royal College of Music
Meet our alumni
We've been the home to the world's best musicians for more than 140 years.
Be inspired by the diverse careers enjoyed by our alumni in the music industry and beyond.
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'The highly competitive world of music is made infinitely less intimidating by the friendly faces of students and staff alike.'
'One of the richest and most intensive programmes of public performance of any conservatoire in the world.'
'London is a wonderful city, especially for musicians. There is a rich musical culture to be explored here. The RCM’s location, opposite the Royal Albert Hall and next to Hyde Park, is amazing.’
News
The Royal College of Music and Kew Gardens welcome the arrival of spring in London with a unique festival of music and nature from 15 March to 6 April 2025.
Eden Shifroni named as 2025 recipient of Alastair Jackson International Opera Award
The Alastair Jackson International Opera Award (AJIOA), managed by Melba Opera Trust, provides full funding to support two years of tuition and living expenses at the Royal College of Music, enabling Eden to complete a postgraduate Artist Diploma.