Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) is a world-leading specialist conservatoire located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland. Founded in 1847, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of its kind in the United Kingdom, offering advanced training in music, drama, dance, production, and film. The conservatoire is known for its intensive, practice-led education, small class sizes, and strong links to the professional performing arts industries across the UK and internationally. Its alumni include many prominent actors, musicians, dancers, directors, and composers. RCS provides a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as research degrees and junior conservatoire training for young people. It is structured around specialist schools including Music, Drama, Dance, Production, and Screen, and is supported by modern performance, rehearsal, and technical facilities in Glasgow’s city centre. The institution attracts students from around the world and regularly collaborates with national companies such as the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Scottish Opera, and the National Theatre of Scotland.