Summary
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) is a place like nowhere else, powered by performance, its people, and their passion. Established in 1847, RCS is consistently recognised as a global leader in performing arts education. It offers specialised teaching across music, drama, dance, production, film and education across its innovative curriculum.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate68%Postgraduate32%
Study mode
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Full-time91%Part-time9%
Student population SMALL
- Fewer than 5,000 students
Where students come from
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UK66%International21%EU13%
Student gender
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Male 42%Female 58%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
Subject League Tables 2025
Overall ranking
26th out of 95
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Drama, Dance & Cinematics ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10093.4 93%26th
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Entry standards
/ Max 198150 76%17th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.20 80%17th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.83 71%58th
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Continuation
/ Max 10097.8 98%5th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10059.0 59%43rd
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers specialist degrees across the performing arts, including acting, composition, film making and more. Students benefit from a creative community where they can develop their individual talents, benefit from collaboration, get opportunities to perform and gain input from experts. All students get plenty of support from dedicated and knowledgeable tutors to help them reach their potential. Find Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on our league tables to see where it ranks across different measures.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland recommends accommodation with its partner provider, Base Glasgow. Halls have free Wi-Fi, shared kitchen and dining facilities, communal areas and soundproofed practice spaces. Accessible rooms are available for disabled students. Other options include other purpose built halls of residence or renting a room in a flat or shared student house. Royal Conservatoire of Scotland website provides information on accommodation nearby.
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is based in the city centre of Glasgow in Scotland, with facilities on Renfrew Street and Wallace Studios at Spiers Locks.