What will I learn?

About the programme

This programme is for advanced students with exceptional aptitude in their specialism, and strong professional and artistic ambitions. It provides specialist, professional training if you are looking to embark on a national and international career.

The Artist Diploma represents post-Masters progression, and is designed to meet the specialised needs and aspirations of outstanding performance students, and to support them with the competence and sensitivity required.

Assessment and performances

At the end of the two-year programme, performance is assessed in a fully-staged opera production or full-length recital in Milton Court. Repetiteurs will undergo a 60-70 minute assessment split between a public recital and a private mock audition.

You will be involved in performances throughout both years, from platforms to formal and informal recitals and productions. You will also be expected and encouraged to be active outside the School if your visa allows, taking proactive steps to promote a freelance career.

Which department am I in?

Guildhall School of Music and Drama

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£32,410.00 (35,31,270) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Guildhall School of Music & Drama

Silk Street Barbican,

City of London,

London,

EC2Y 8DT, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants should normally have obtained a two-year full-time Masters of Music Degree or international equivalent, and the programme is open to specialisms in the following departments: Historical Performance, Keyboard Studies, Opera Studies (including repetiteurs), Strings, Vocal Studies and Wind, Brass and Percussion. Contact time is bespoke to meet your specialist, highly individual needs, and to support you in achieving your professional and artistic goals.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.