Welcome to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is a World Top Ten institution for performing arts education.
(QS World Rankings 2025)
“One of the top performing arts institutions in the world” The Sunday Times, May 2024
Established in 1847, RCS is a dynamic international community of artists. Here you’ll develop your craft, create new work, and collaborate across art forms in one of the finest multi-disciplinary environments in the world.
Be part of a diverse centre of creativity with outstanding teaching, purpose-built facilities, and active partnerships with all of Scotland’s national performing arts companies.
Study at RCS
Be part of Scotland’s national conservatoire and one of the world’s top performing arts education institutions. You’ll be made to feel part of our inclusive and diverse environment from the very beginning of your studies.
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Find the Short Course, Junior Conservatoire, Undergraduate or Postgraduate programme for you.
In the Spotlight
Friends & Patrons
We firmly believe that the performing arts have the ability to bring people together, spread joy and heal the deepest divisions; our work and that of our staff and students has never been so vital. As a charity, the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland relies on support from the public to help our students flourish. Every membership supports our future.
Become a Friend of RCS from just £5 a month and join an arts-loving community that funds the artists of the future.
Alumni Case Studies
RCS Alumni go on to make a huge impact in the creative arts across the world. Read our case studies and find out more about life after graduation for a number of our former students, and how RCS prepared them for their careers.
Our latest case study features singer Steven Warnock, who talks about his journey from Coatbridge to New York, where he’s soon to appear at the Metropolitan Opera.
Musical at the Castle Summer School
This summer, step into the Addams Family mansion and perform the hit musical at a real castle! Our exclusive summer school offers performers the chance to experience the rehearsal and performance of this cult classic musical. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just beginning your journey in musical theatre, this unforgettable Summer School will spark your creativity and bring your dreams to life. Book your place now!
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What’s On
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland presents
MMus Opera Scenes
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland presents
Alice Birch's 'Anatomy of a Suicide'
What’s New
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Download or browse our prospectus and start your journey to studying at one of the world’s top performing arts education institutions