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.

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.

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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.

Read their inspirational stories

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News

Award-winning soprano Sophie Bevan appointed as vocal professor

Renowned soprano and Royal College of Music (RCM) alumna Sophie Bevan returns to her alma mater as a vocal professor in October 2024 to mentor the next generation of RCM singers.

Royal College of Music Woodwind Faculty welcomes two eminent new oboe professors

John Roberts, principal oboe of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and Melanie Rothman, oboist in the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, join the Royal College of Music (RCM) Woodwind Faculty.

What does music mean to you?

Find out why students choose the Royal College of Music for an inspirational learning experience.

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