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Music (Choral Conducting pathway) University of Birmingham

Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
MA On-Campus Full-time 1 years September £7020.00 year per £15660.00 year per
MA On-Campus Part-time 2 years September £3510.00 year per find out

Course overview

Are you a relatively experienced conductor with a burning passion to make conductor your livelihood? This unique MA programme in Choral Conducting is directed by Professor Simon Halsey CBE and is in association with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and its internationally renowned choruses and conductors. It gives students the opportunities to observe, conduct and sing every week.

The programme will allow you to have significant directed podium time with University ensembles as well as undertaking singing lessons, sing in Birmingham University Singers, sing in the CBSO Chorus and act as assistant conductor to two University choirs. Additional podium time will be available at the discretion of the Director of Choral Activities. Practical opportunities - you will observe and participate in choral ensembles in Birmingham and have the chance to audition for further conducting experience at the University.


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