Welcome to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is a World Top Ten institution for music and performing arts education.
(QS World Rankings 2026)
“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
School of Music Auditions
Good luck to all of our School of Music applicants auditioning this week! Read this helpful guide with tips, information about what to expect, and example questions.
Acting: Ensemble (Online) Short Course
Explore the complete rehearsal process from first read-through to performance. This online course focuses on Chatroom by Enda Walsh, a contemporary play designed specifically with online performance in mind. Starts January 2027.
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Share the magic of RCS with someone special this year with our Gift Vouchers, Friends Gift Memberships and Seat Dedications.
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What’s On
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland presents
Sinfonia Cymru x Sidiki Dembélé: Yiriba - learn more
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland presents
