Course overview
Doctor in Music Performance (DMusPerf) is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at royal-irish-academy-of-music in Dublin, Ireland. It takes 4 years, with intakes in September.
royal-irish-academy-of-music is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | royal-irish-academy-of-music (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
| Course | Doctor in Music Performance (DMusPerf) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Tuition per year | €26,500 (≈ ₹28.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); Duolingo 110; TOEFL iBT 79 |
Interested in Doctor in Music Performance (DMusPerf)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €26,500 a year, about ₹28.1 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly €106,000 (≈ ₹1.12 crore) before any yearly increase.
2027/28 non-EU fee; plus a €240 materials fee in year 1 and yearly student levies
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Griffith Halls of ResidenceFrom this price; about 20 minutes' walk from St Stephen's Green | €209per week | ≈ ₹22,154 |
| Aparto residences (including Stephen's Quarter)From this price | €291per week | ≈ ₹30,846 |
| Student residences in Dublin (range given by RIAM)Shared or single rooms; some cost more | €209–310per week | ≈ ₹22,154 – ₹32,860 |
| Homestay with full boardFrom €190 a week or €26 a night | €190per week | ≈ ₹20,140 |
| Money you must show for living costs (visa)Minimum set by Irish immigration, on top of tuition | €10,000per year | ≈ ₹10.6 lakh |
Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at royal-irish-academy-of-music for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Master's applicants should normally hold a 2:1 or higher bachelor's degree, which need not be in music performance. Applicants without a degree can be assessed through Recognition of Prior Learning.
- Admission depends on an audition of challenging repertoire that is technically secure and musically individual.
- A non-EU deposit is due when you accept an offer and is deducted from your fees.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); Duolingo 110; TOEFL iBT 79.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 overall for bachelor's, diploma and master's (no band below 5.5 recommended); 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for the doctorate |
| Duolingo English Test | 95 overall with no sub-score below 90 (bachelor's and master's); 110 for the doctorate |
| TOEFL iBT | 55–60 overall with at least 16 in writing (bachelor's and master's); 79 with 21 in writing for the doctorate |
| Pearson English International Certificate | 46–50 overall (bachelor's and master's); 63 for the doctorate |
| Educated in English | A test is not needed if you were educated through English; confirm with RIAM that your schooling counts |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in IrelandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Music grade certificates (for example ABRSM or Trinity)
- Bachelor's transcripts and degree certificate (postgraduate)
- English test score if you were not educated through English
- Audition repertoire list
Scholarships
BVOF | RIAM John Pollard Bursary
Master in Music Performance
Value: €24,000 in total (€12,000 in each of the two years)
Vocal and instrumental MMusPerf applicants from anywhere in the world; the vocal award focuses on tenors and countertenors. Applicants are considered automatically.
Official pageRIAM tuition fee scholarships
Undergraduate and postgraduate
Value: Deducted from tuition fees; amount varies
Awarded on audition ranking, talent, potential and financial need. You must apply and audition first, and reapply each year.
Official pageSubsidised on-campus accommodation scheme
All students
Value: A small number of en suite rooms free of charge or at a discount
Subject to availability.
Official page
About royal-irish-academy-of-music
The Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) has trained musicians in Dublin since 1848. It is Ireland's national conservatoire and an Associate College of Trinity College Dublin, offering degrees from bachelor's to doctorate in performance, composition and music education.
Teaching is built around one-to-one lessons on your instrument or voice, chamber music, orchestras and public performance. Entry depends mainly on your playing: applicants audition, and bachelor's and diploma applicants also sit an online aural and written theory exam at about Grade 7 level.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Doctor in Music Performance (DMusPerf) at royal-irish-academy-of-music?
The tuition for international students is €26,500 a year (about ₹28.1 lakh). 2027/28 non-EU fee; plus a €240 materials fee in year 1 and yearly student levies. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Doctor in Music Performance (DMusPerf)?
The course takes 4 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); Duolingo 110; TOEFL iBT 79. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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- RIAM: undergraduate entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- RIAM: postgraduate entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- RIAM: scholarships and financial supports (opens in a new tab)