ARTIST DIPLOMA

Course details

This programme comprises of three core modules, delivered through one-to-one and group tuition, masterclass, ensemble performance and seminars.

Principal Study

Forming a core part of the programme, your Principal Study develops the technical and musicianship skills needed to cultivate your distinct and individual artistic voice. You will be taught through a mixture of one-to-one and small group lessons, masterclasses, technical and professional development seminars, workshops and large group learning. Throughout the programme you will also be exposed to varied opportunities that musicians in the wider music profession experience.

Professional Project

This module gives you the experience of what working life as a musician will be like. It will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to communicate your artistic activities and aspirations in a sophisticated way.

Different opportunities throughout the programme will give you a wider awareness of the current issues and debates in the music profession. You’ll develop your audition and ensemble skills, learn how to market yourself and develop extra-musical skills, such as public speaking.

During the programme you will have the opportunity to undertake a placement and work alongside a professional mentor where you will be able to interact with professional musicians, see them work in a variety of contexts and be able to discuss your career plans with them as you prepare for the professional world.

CoLab

This is our festival of collaborative learning where students, staff and external mentors from across the Faculties of Music and Dance take a break from their regular timetables to work together on new and experimental projects. This is a two-week intensive project that values artistic risk taking and processes, and will help you to develop a mature and reflective approach to your individual development.

Teaching and Learning

How will I learn?

This programme aims to develop your independent learning skills and you’ll be encouraged to reflect on your learning. You’ll learn through a blend of formal tuition, experiential learning and personal study. Your Principal Study is a central part of the programme which will consist of one-to-one and small group tuition, rehearsals, workshops, seminars and masterclasses. You will also have the opportunity to contextualise your learning through a broad range of solo, small group, chamber and large ensemble activities.

Collaboration a key part of the Trinity Laban experience and at the heart of professional artistic life. Throughout the programme you will work with other students from different programmes and disciplines, whether that’s working side by side or by taking a leadership role.

How will I be assessed?

To give you an understanding of what the professional world will be like, our assessment methods aim to mirror professional contexts. For your Principal Study module, you will be assessed through solo recitals and ensemble playing. The Professional Project will be assessed through a pre-concert talk and a professional portfolio including a demo recording. CoLab is assessed on the basis of your participation in and engagment with a collaborative project.

Hours

The programme comprises 1,200 hours of learning and teaching, including a minimum of 310 hours of contact time. Rehearsal and performance contact time will vary according to your Principal Study.

Entry Requirements

When you apply, we’ll be looking for your ability to make sophisticated and stylistic and interpretive evaluations of musical texts, which we’ll assess through your application, audition and interview.

Before applying, you will need:

• A good pass in a relevant performance or composition focused postgraduate music degree
• IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all four areas or Trinity College London’s Integrated Skills in English III (ISEII) if English is not your first language

Fees and Finance

Fees for 2023 Entrants

Fees are reviewed annually and may increase by up to 5% each year. The following fees are confirmed:

 

Fees for 2022 Entrants

Fees are reviewed annually and may increase by up to 5% each year. The following fees are confirmed:

 

Fees for 2021 Entrants

Fees are reviewed annually and may increase by up to 5% each year. The following fees are confirmed:

 

You can also view our Current and Past Fees.

Accommodation and Living Costs

This information can be found on our Costs of Living page.

Financial Support

Read about financial awards and external funding opportunities in the Fees and Finance section.