Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

Overview

With world‐class teaching, a rich 148-year history of pushing boundaries, and a thriving hub of artists in the heart of South East London, joining Trinity Laban means joining a creative community that is second to none.

Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance is a world-renowned leader in the education of professional musicians and contemporary dance artists. Trinity Laban’s mission is to advance the art forms of dance and music by bringing together artists to train, collaborate, research and perform in an environment of creative and technical excellence.

Dance and music programmes combine intensive technical training, in-depth study with leading teachers and practitioners, extensive time in the studio or practice room, inspirational creative and collaborative projects, performance opportunities and academic study. Designed using rigorous research, delivered by expert staff in world-class facilities, and sustained by partnerships throughout the cultural industries, they ensure our graduates are ideally positioned to succeed in the ever-changing and highly competitive fields of music and dance.

Services for International Students

All international students at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance are invited to international themed events to help them to settle in. This includes a Welcome Tea Party held in September, international careers talk at the start of the academic year, and also a community befriending Christmas event held in December. International students will also be able to access a range of guidance material to help them prepare to study in the UK as well as information on accommodation, opening a bank account, insurance, payment of fees, managing money, and studying in the UK.

Students can join one of the many societies, such as the football team, gospel choir and peer support group. Additional fitness and dance classes are available at discounted prices. Trinity Laban courses include extensive preparation for a professional career in the performing arts. In addition, a Careers Coordinator organises talks and events, and is available for individual consultations.

Ranking

Trinity Laban was one of just 17 universities around the world to be a finalist in the 2018 Global Teaching Excellence Awards and 97.7% of graduates from the last three years are in employment or further study six months after leaving (Higher Education Statistics Agency).

Accommodation

The McMillan Student Village is located within easy walking distance of Trinity Laban and close to tube, train and bus links. Beautifully designed with contemporary furnishing, all rooms are ensuite and offer digital TV and broadband internet access. Security features include a 24 hour manned reception.

Rooms range from single study bedrooms organised in cluster flats with a shared kitchen/diner to single and twin studio apartments with their own mini kitchen. All applicants who are offered a place at Trinity Laban will automatically receive an application pack for accommodation in the McMillan Student Village.

Location

Studying at Trinity Laban gives you a fantastic opportunity to experience life in London. Considered to be the cultural capital of the world you will not only be able to explore a diverse and exciting arts scene but will also be a part of it, performing in world-class venues and learning from internationally renowned artists.

Trinity Laban’s world-class facilities are housed in landmark buildings: the historic Old Royal Naval College, a World Heritage Site on the River Thames in Greenwich, and the award-winning Laban Building designed by Herzog & de Meuron, designers of the Olympic ‘Bird’s Nest’ stadium in Beijing.