Head of BMus

LGBT Jobs; Greater London; Ibrido; GBP 68.000 - 76.000; Tempo pieno

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The Royal College of Music in London invites applications for the Head of BMus. This onsite, permanent, full-time post requires leading the delivery of the new BMus curriculum and overseeing the undergraduate student experience.

You will bring passion for practice-led learning, extensive teaching in higher education, and a proven record of programme or subject leadership, with a collaborative, inclusive approach across faculties.

Competenze

• Passion for practice-led learning and experience in higher education.
• Significant teaching and assessment experience in higher education.
• Strong track record of programme or subject leadership.
• Collaborative and inclusive approach.

Mansioni

• Lead the delivery of the new BMus curriculum.
• Oversee the undergraduate student experience.
• Work with faculties and departments to develop innovative learning opportunities.
• Champion inclusive practice and student employability.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Collaboration

Inclusive practice

Student employability

Curriculum development

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Location: South Kensington, London SW7 2BS, UK

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: Appointments will normally be made to the first point of the grade. , Amount: 67803.00, Maximum Amount: 75687.00

Highlighted points for this job

'Head of BMus role at the Royal College of Music'

'Permanent, full-time position'

'Onsite role, three days per week on campus required'

'Leadership in programme delivery and student experience'

'Passion for practice-led learning and diverse music expertise required'

The RCM’s flagship BMus (Hons) programme is a future-facing, research-informed degree that combines world-class artistic training with innovation and entrepreneurial skills, preparing graduates for diverse careers in tomorrow’s music industry. The programme is deeply rooted in the College’s rich heritage of excellence in performance and composition, while embracing artistic innovation and new forms of musical creativity. Our students engage reflectively with musical traditions while developing the curiosity, confidence, and adaptability to thrive as professional musicians today.

Following a recent periodic review of the BMus programme, the College is seeking a Head of BMus to provide outstanding programme leadership. We are looking for an inspiring colleague to lead the delivery of our new curriculum and oversee the undergraduate student experience, underpinned by a strong commitment to student voice and continuous enhancement.

You will bring a passion for practice-led learning, significant experience of teaching and assessment in higher education, and a strong track record of programme and/or subject leadership. We are open-minded about subject expertise: you may have a background in music performance, composition, music industry and entrepreneurship, music education, musicology, music and health, performance science, or another area of music.

You will be highly collaborative and open to working with faculties and departments across the College to develop innovative new learning opportunities for our students. You will champion inclusive practice in learning and teaching, recognising and responding to diverse student needs and working in partnership with students. You will have a strong understanding of professional careers in music today and a commitment to student employability and entrepreneurship, supporting our BMus students to realise their potential as creative innovators, leaders and changemakers.

The College offers world-class teaching and research facilities, a stimulating and supportive research environment, and access to a wide range of professional development opportunities.

The Head of BMus is an onsite role, with an expectation that the postholder will be present on campus at least three days per week during term time.

This post is offered on a permanent, full-time basis and is available immediately.

Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world-leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2026 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the No. 1 institution in the UK and Europe, and second globally, for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held global first and second positions in Performing Arts for five successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the ranking in 2024.

Job reference number: 702-26
Closing date: 9am Wed 11 November 2026
Interview date: Tue 24 November 2026