Royal Irish Academy of Music
Study on a programme with OnCampus Ireland and progress to the Royal Irish Academy of Music.
Undergraduate degrees OnCampus students can progress to at the Royal Irish Academy of Music.
Access Course
Audition is mandatory for entry. Further information on Audition requirements https://www.riam.ie/degrees-programmes/third-level-applications
Students are allowed a choice to study in any of the following disciplines, or with a combination of two. Pathways relevant to students' specialism are Keyboard, Strings, Wind, Brass & Percussion, Vocal and Composition. Qualification Awarded by Trinity College Dublin.
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BMus Music
Audition is mandatory for entry. Further information on Audition requirements: https://www.riam.ie/degrees-programmes/third-level-applications
Your Principal Study should be of a standard equivalent to Grade 8 with Distinction of the RIAM Exams, or the ABRSM.
Students are allowed a choice to study in any of the following disciplines, or with a combination of two. Pathways relevant to students' specialism are Keyboard, Strings, Wind, Brass & Percussion, Vocal and Composition. Qualification Awarded by Trinity College Dublin.
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Diploma in Music Teaching and Performance
Audition is mandatory for entry. Further information on Audition requirements: https://www.riam.ie/degrees-programmes/third-level-applications
Students are allowed a choice to study in any of the following disciplines, or with a combination of two. Pathways relevant to students' specialism are Keyboard, Strings, Wind, Brass & Percussion, Vocal and Composition. Qualification Awarded by Trinity College Dublin.
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Postgraduate degrees OnCampus students can progress to at the Royal Irish Academy of Music.
Masters in Music Performance (MMus)
Academic requirements: Must pass all academic modules. Applicants should have attained a 2:1 or higher in their undergraduate degree, which need not be in music performance, but still requires and is recommended to have some music studied as applicant will need to be at a specific music standard to join the MMus. Note we do accept students with 2.2.
English requirements: Must have IELTS 5.5 minimum.
Audition is mandatory for entry. Further information on Audtion requirements https://www.riam.ie/degrees-programmes/third-level-applications. Where a student is coming from a non-musical degree, to determine if suitable, a repertoire list, CV and personal statement would be important to understand their background, but as is always the case, the audition will decide the final outcome, i.e., successful postgraduate candidates will normally give a performance at audition that tackles challenging repertoire, is technically assured, and demonstrates some individuality of musical ideas.
Students are allowed a choice to study in any of the following disciplines, or with a combination of two. Pathways relevant to students' specialism are Keyboard, Strings, Wind, Brass & Percussion, Vocal and Composition. Qualification Awarded by Trinity College Dublin.
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About the Royal Irish Academy of Music
In recent years students of the Royal Irish Academy of Music have been finalists and winners of some of the world's most prestigious international competitions.
Top 50
in the world for Performing Arts
175
Years of Education and Artistic Excellence.
30,000
Amateur or Private Learners Annually Through its RIAM Exams.
Royal Irish Academy of Music
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Why Choose RIAM
• Ranked among the Top 50 institutions in the world for Performing Arts
• Students and alumni participate and win in leading international music competitions
• Over 175 years of music education excellence since its founding in 1848
• One of Ireland’s oldest and most respected conservatoires
• Small class sizes, offering high levels of one-to-one instruction and mentorship
• Students benefit from close faculty interaction and tailored artistic development
• As an Associate College of Trinity College, Dublin, RIAM degrees are validated by one of Ireland’s leading universities
• Students enjoy access to Trinity’s wider resources, clubs, and facilities
• RIAM’s performing ensembles regularly present concerts in Ireland and abroad, giving students real performance exposure
• Alumni serve in orchestras and opera houses globally, demonstrating the career pathways RIAM helps unlock
Student Life
Student life at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) offers a vibrant blend of high-level performance training and a supportive, close-knit community in the heart of Dublin. With around 40% international students, the academy provides an inclusive and globally minded environment where musicians from all backgrounds learn and collaborate. Each academic year begins with a comprehensive orientation week, helping students settle into life in Ireland and navigate essentials such as housing, transport, and student services.
RIAM assists learners in securing accommodation through trusted partners, private rentals, or homestays with local families, offering comfortable and culturally enriching living arrangements. Students have access to a modern library and study spaces, featuring quiet reading areas and digital resources that support both academic and artistic growth. The academy places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, providing mentoring, counselling, and academic support through trained staff and professional partners. Together, these services create a nurturing environment that allows every RIAM student to thrive both personally and musically.
More information
More details on the courses available to OnCampus Ireland students, including academic and English Language requirements by country, can be found by searching for degrees in the coursefinder.
