Course overview
BA (Hons) Music Performance and Industry is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in London, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years full time, with intakes in September.
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | BA (Hons) Music Performance and Industry |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 3 years full time |
| Tuition per year | £27,910 (≈ ₹34.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 5.5 in all four areas |
Interested in BA (Hons) Music Performance and Industry?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £27,910 a year, about ₹34.1 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly £83,730 (≈ ₹1.02 crore) before any yearly increase.
2027/28 international fee; fees rise after the first year
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Ironworks House cluster en suite (affordable room)44 or 51-week contract; affordable rooms for 2026/27 have closed | £203per week | ≈ ₹24,766 |
| Ironworks House discounted cluster en suite£11,704 (44 weeks) or £13,082 (51 weeks) | £257–266per week | ≈ ₹31,293 – ₹32,452 |
| Ironworks House premium cluster en suite | £266–295per week | ≈ ₹32,452 – ₹35,929 |
| Ironworks House premium studio£15,842 (44 weeks) to £17,878 (51 weeks) | £351–360per week | ≈ ₹42,767 – ₹43,926 |
Living costs for the UK 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 costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
73%
% of respondents whose main activity is 'Employed' 15 months after graduation
Average (median) salary
£20,900
≈ ₹25.5 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Musician
- Music producer
- Sound engineer
- Sound designer
- Music therapist
- Private music teacher
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Universal Music Group
Sony
Warner Music Group
Spotify
TUI
BBC
Disney
Netflix
Apple
Abbey Road Studios
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Every undergraduate applicant is selected at audition. Dance applicants are invited to an in-person audition or can send recordings.
- The BMus asks for Grade 8 standard on your principal instrument or voice; the dance BA asks for school-leaving qualifications equal to two A levels. Trinity Laban accepts international diplomas of an equivalent standard.
- Apply through UCAS Conservatoires (for example code 300F for BMus Performance or Composition, 310F for Jazz, 200F for BA Contemporary Dance).
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 5.5 in all four areas.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Undergraduate 5.5 overall (5.5 in each area); Graduate Diploma 6.0 (5.5 in each); master's and diplomas 6.5 (5.5 in each). IELTS General Training is not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 59 overall (59 in each) for undergraduate courses; 65 overall (59 in each) for postgraduate. Online test not accepted. |
| TOEFL iBT | Undergraduate 4 overall (4 in each skill); postgraduate 4.5 overall (4 in each), as printed on the page. Home Edition not accepted. |
| Other tests and waivers | Trinity ISE II or III and LanguageCert are accepted. Duolingo is not listed. Waivers are considered for a degree taught in English and some school qualifications; Indian Class 12 English is not named. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow 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 through UCAS and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, and degree transcripts for master's courses
- English test certificate
- Personal statement and references
- Audition recording or portfolio where asked
Scholarships
Trinity Laban scholarships and bursaries
Undergraduate and postgraduate
Value: Amounts are not published on the international finance page
Trinity Laban says it offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support talented international applicants. Ask Admissions after your audition.
Official page
About Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
Trinity Laban is a conservatoire in south-east London that teaches music, dance and musical theatre. It was formed in 2005, when the Laban dance centre merged with Trinity College of Music, and calls itself the UK's first conservatoire for music and dance. Music is taught at King Charles Court in the Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, and dance in the Laban Building at Creekside, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, which won the RIBA Stirling Prize in 2003.
Entry is by audition, so Indian students apply with a performance or portfolio as well as marks. International fees for 2027/28 are £28,100 a year for the BMus, £24,120 for the BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance and £24,850 to £27,020 for most master's courses. Fees for courses longer than one year rise after the first year. Trinity Laban says it offers scholarships and bursaries to international applicants but does not publish amounts on its international finance page.
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More courses at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
- BMus (Hons) Music: Performance, Composition or Jazz4 years full time · £28,100 / year
- BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance3 years full time · £24,120 / year
- BA (Hons) Musical Theatre Performance3 years full time · £27,910 / year
- Master of Music (MMus)2 years full time · £27,020 / year
- MA Musical Theatre (Performance or Musical Direction)1 year full time · £26,480 / year
- MA Dance Performance1 year full time · £24,850 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for BA (Hons) Music Performance and Industry at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance?
The tuition for international students is £27,910 a year (about ₹34.1 lakh). 2027/28 international fee; fees rise after the first year. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is BA (Hons) Music Performance and Industry?
The course takes 3 years full time.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 5.5 in all four areas. 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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