Leeds Conservatoire
in Leeds, England, United KingdomAbout
Leeds Conservatoire offers a vibrant creative community, industry-focused courses, and world-class facilities, all within a city renowned for its rich cultural scene.
A pioneering conservatoire
It has been 60 years since we opened, and we are proud to still be recognised as a pioneering institution in our field.From our diverse and vibrant offering of programs to being the first to launch a Jazz degree in Europe, we have always strived to lead the way.
As we are part of an ever-evolving industry, we continually adapt to ensure that we remain at the forefront of developments and innovations.
An industry-focused conservatoire
We are proud to be an All-Steinway School and a Roland Academy in partnership with Roland UK. Our conservatoire features state-of-the-art facilities, expert staff, and professional opportunities during your studies, providing innovative training that equips you with the skills to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.
We maintain strong partnerships that enhance your education, offering opportunities to collaborate with industry professionals, network with peers, and perform at events. Our partnerships include Opera North, Backstage Academy, Leeds Playhouse, Red Ladder Theatre Company, Ivors Academy, Sound City Festival, Leeds Festival, and the International Songwriting Camp, among others.
Additionally, our enterprise department provides students with paid and experiential opportunities, including a Musicians’ Booking Agency, artist and business development support, and funding for promotional materials and additional training.
An inclusive conservatoire
At Leeds Conservatoire, we truly value diversity and love welcoming artists from all parts of the globe into our vibrant community. We strive to foster an environment where students feel supported and confident, allowing them the freedom to express themselves and their artistry fully.
Find out more
Once you’ve decided what course to study, you might be thinking, What is the next step? To help, we’ve gathered essential resources to guide you through the application process. From visa information to entry requirements and support services, visit our website for more information.
Accommodation
When you are offered a place of study on a postgraduate course at Leeds Conservatoire, your next step is to think about where to live. For 2025-26, we offer two options depending on the length of your course. Joseph Stones House (managed by Unite Students) is on campus at St. Peter’s Square, while The Terry Frost Building (managed by Prestige Student Living) is a ten-minute walk.
Alternatively, there are lots of student accommodation options in Leeds, including private halls, shared houses, and flats. Discover more about accommodation by visiting our website or contact our accommodation team.
Facilities and Resources
The facilities and resources at Leeds Conservatoire have been designed with musicians, performers, and creatives in mind. We want everyone who studies here to thrive and develop their skills, ensuring they graduate fully prepared for the industry.
Our facilities and resources include:
- 350-seat auditorium
- An extensive equipment and instrument loan service
- A purpose-built, specialist library with 10,000 CDs, 8,000 LPs, and 18,000 items of printed music.
- Band rooms, ensemble rooms, and over 70 bespoke practice rooms
- Bespoke dance and drama facilities
- Café bar & rooftop bar
- Studios, DJ suite, and Mac labs
Students can enjoy access to our facilities until late during term time, giving them more opportunities to compose, record, and perform.
Discover more about our facilities and resources by visiting our website.
Health and Wellbeing
We have a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team situated on campus who provide a range of free and confidential services to help with practical, emotional, or mental health-related issues that are affecting your life at the conservatoire.
You can find out more about them and what types of support they provide by visiting our website.
Just like the students are proud to be Leeds Conservatoire alumni, we are also proud of them. Our alumni have made a significant impact in the creative arts industry.
Their achievements include being nominees and winners of prestigious awards like the Grammy and Mercury Prize, performing on the West End, running their own music studios, collaborating with famous artists, teaching at universities, touring globally, and much more.
At Leeds Conservatoire, our students and alumni are at the heart of everything we do. Jason Wolff, MA Musical Theatre Creatives, says it best: "I think the vast amount of talent within the walls of the conservatoire has blown me away the most. Every course, every year, is stacked full of headline-level talent."
The opportunities to create, perform, and connect are endless. Win Knibbs, BA (Hons) Electronic Music Production, reflects: "From the outside, being successful in the music industry seems like an impossibility. But there are so many avenues for work out there for musicians, producers, and DJs that I wouldn't have been aware of at all if not for the Conservatoire. They change the way you view music - from a dream to how to make it a reality."
Raquel Álvaro, BA (Hons) Jazz, adds, "The amount of opportunities to write music, perform, and meet people who have the same interests as you are endless." And Isabella Laudiano-Dray, BA (Hons) Film, TV & Games Music, sums up the city experience: "Leeds is such a vibrant city for what I’m looking for. The number of connections I’ve made here, both musically and film-wise, is amazing."
You can explore profiles of our students and alumni on our website:
- Student profiles: Student Profiles
- Alumni profiles: Graduate Profiles
We are committed to making conservatoire education accessible to everyone. We were proud to become the first UK conservatoire to remove audition fees for all courses.
We currently offer four scholarships of £5,000 for outstanding international students starting their postgraduate studies at the Conservatoire. You can find out more about these scholarships by visiting our website.
