Conservatoire Applications
Welcome to the MTU Cork School of Music Conservatoire application portal. Please review the key requirements, prerequisites, and deadlines below before submitting your application.
❓ Have questions? Visit our Conservatoire FAQ Page or view our Fees Page.
Currently Open Applications
Applications are currently open for a limited selection of courses:
- Choirs
- Transition Year Programme
How to Apply via Classter
We use Classter to manage all applications and class registrations. You must create a profile to apply.
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Essential Application Rules & Guidelines
1. General Rules
- Waiting Lists: Waiting lists do not carry over year-to-year. If you were not offered a place in a previous academic year, you must reapply.
- Deadline: The deadline for most programmes is mid May each year. Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year are currently closed for most programmes. Any open applications are listed at the top of this page.
2. Individual Lessons
Beginner vs. Non-Beginner:
- Beginner: A student who has never taken formal lessons in the selected discipline.
- Non-Beginner: A student who has already received formal lessons in the selected discipline.
Allocation Limit: Only one beginner place can be allocated per student per year. If offered places in multiple beginner disciplines, you must choose one.
Assessment: All applicants are assessed, and places are offered by the relevant Head of Department as they become available.
3. Primary School Students & Musicianship Rules
Mandatory Requirement: All primary school-aged instrumental students must take an appropriate Musicianship class alongside their lessons (excludes Organ, Harpsichord, Speech & Drama, and Voice).
Beginner Prerequisites (Ages 6–8): Beginner applications for individual instrumental tuition will only be processed if the student has successfully completed Year 1 of our Junior Musicianship course.
Non-Beginner Requirements: Non-beginners of primary school age must enroll in an Access Musicianship class alongside their instrumental tuition.
Performing Ensembles
External applicants wishing to join an instrumental ensemble should contact the relevant Head of Department directly. See here for contact details.