BMus (Hons) Piano for Theatre
Validated by University of East Anglia
Application Deadline: Jul 3 2026 at 9:00AM
2026/27 Course Fees
Audition fee : £20UK/ROI students : £11,650
International students : £19,730
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Course Overview
This world first course offers a unique opportunity for aspiring theatre pianists to receive bespoke training in musical theatre and commercial piano.
Excellent musical theatre pianists and keyboard players are in high demand throughout the industry, and this three-year training aims to provide students with necessary techniques, practical and supporting skills to enter the music theatre and commercial industries.
Mountview has developed an internationally renowned reputation for its commitment to musical theatre. Our state-of-the-art facilities in South London and the network of industry professionals who contribute to the teaching provide the ideal springboard for a career in music and theatre.
The course is delivered over three 12-week terms a year for three years. Students will receive individual tuition on the piano and supporting second study instruments, and study in small classes covering a variety of skills and practices.
Assessment is ongoing and based on work throughout the course. Students will also have the opportunity to share work in class and formal settings, with a recital performance at the end of each year.
Course Content
Principal Study
Piano Study (individual and group technique lessons)
Piano Repertoire
Sight Reading
Musicianship and Historical Studies
Musicianship and Theory
History of Music
Singing and Instrumentation
Singing Technique
Instrumentation
Artist Development
Academic and critical thinking
Curating a professional identity
Second Study
Guitar Study (individual and group technique lessons)
Principal Study
Piano Study (individual and group technique lessons)
Piano and Theatre Repertoire
Accompaniment
Musicianship and Theatre Studies
Musicianship and Analysis
History of Musical Theatre
Technology and Scoring
Music Technology (keyboard programming)
Musical Arranging & Orchestration
Artist Development
Filming self-tapes
Further academic skills
Research and writing programme notes
Second Study
Elective Study (individual and group technique lessons)
Principal Study
Piano Study (individual and group technique lessons)
Musical Theatre Repertoire
Musical Theatre Keyboard (playing programmed keyboards)
Collaboration and Leadership
Ensemble Collaboration (music in ensemble contexts)
Conducting and Pedagogy
Professional Development
Evaluative reflection
Journalistic reviewing
Presentation of a professional portfolio
Second Study
Elective Study (individual and group technique lessons)
Full Module Specifications document: BMus (Hons) Piano For Theatre – Module Specifications 2025-26
Course Dates
2025/26 Term Dates
Autumn term 8 September – 12 December 2025
Spring term 5 January – 2 April 2026
Summer term 20 April – 17 July 2026
2026/27 Term Dates
Autumn term 7 September – 13 December 2026
Spring term 4 January – 4 April 2027
Summer term 19 April – 18 July 2027
Entry Information
Applicants must be able to display a high level of proficiency on the piano. Formal music or academic qualifications are not essential.
Applicants must be aged 18 or turn 18 within the first term of the course. Admission onto the course is by audition and previous academic qualifications are not essential.
Mountview recognises that talent cannot always be measured by conventional academic achievement and welcomes applications from people without standard entry qualifications. However, one of the following is desirable:
• Five GCSE passes and two A-Levels or
• Four SCE Higher Grade passes
• BTEC National or Higher National Certificate or Diploma with merit grades
• Foundation course
• Access to Higher Education Diploma
If an applicant requires a student visa and their first language is not English, they will need to prove their knowledge of the English language before applying for their student visa. This must be demonstrated by passing a Secure English Language Test (SELT) from an approved provider or having a GCSE, A level, Scottish National Qualification level 4 or 5, Scottish Higher or Advanced Higher in English, gained through study at a UK school that they began when they were under 18.
Mountview welcomes applications from people with disabilities and is keen to support all applicants to achieve their best. If applicants have any special requirements or access needs, these should be discussed with the course leader/administrator.
Mountview is committed to a comprehensive policy of equal opportunities for students in which individuals are selected and treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. No applicant will receive less or more favourable treatment on grounds of sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnic origin, disability, religion and marital/parental status or any comparable grounds.
Fees
| Audition fee | £20 |
| UK/ROI students | £11,650 |
| International students | £19,730 |
Students may apply for a maximum Student Tuition Fee Loan of £6,185. For more information, please refer to our Funding and Scholarships page below.
All fees shown are for 2026/27 entry. Fees are subject to annual review and may increase in years 2 and 3 in line with inflation. One term’s notice will be given of any increases.
Funding and ScholarshipsAuditions Info
You will take part in an audition and interview with the course and/or module leaders at which you will present pre-prepared piano pieces, and discuss your interests, influences and previous experience. More information will be provided once your application has been received.
This will take place in-person at Mountview. For international candidates and those with exceptional circumstances, the option of an online interview is available.
