Leeds Conservatoire: A Contemporary Conservatoire
Study at a leading European conservatoire in a specialist creative environment centred around practical 1-1 tuition. Become part of a community of musicians studying the widest range of music and performing arts pathways at any UK conservatoire.
Find the course for you
We currently offer an MA Music course, taught by specialist industry professionals with built-in opportunities for collaboration across genres.
Learn from the professionals
With us you'll undertake a collaborative curriculum, taught by expert tutors. The MA Music curriculum is enhanced by professional mentors who give individual guidance to students, and informed by an annual steering group of experienced industry professionals actively involved in areas such as music journalism, artist management, and public arts funding. We're also committed to the social impact of music-making, romoting the development of independent thought and original practice, the curriculum emphasises an appreciation of the social impact of music making, both at local and global levels.
State-of-the-art facilities
Discover our specialist facilities, open until 3am and supported by expert technicians, including:
- Over 70 teaching and practice rooms
- 7 industry standard recording studios
- 7 mixing studios
- 6 fully equipped Mac Labs
- 350-seat performance space The Venue
- 120-seat recital room
Student-friendly city of culture
Become a part of the incredible Leeds music scene in one of the UK’s most student friendly cities.
With fantastic links to the rest of the UK and beyond, Leeds is a cultural hub with an internationally recognised music scene and over 200 performance venues throughout the city.
Our range of accommodation options provide safe, affordable and comfortable living and a great environment for socialising with like-minded musicians.
Engage and collaborate
Our diverse body of students form a friendly and varied community and their entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit supports their success.
Our students develop the skills and experience needed to progress into a range of careers within the music industry and beyond - from performers, composers and recording artists to producers, managers and record label owners.