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SCMSichuan Conservatory of Music

Sichuan Conservatory of Music

四川音乐学院 Sichuan Conservatory of Music
📍 Chengdu 🏛️ Public 📅 Founded 1939
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📇 Contact information

🌐 Official websitewww.sccm.cn
📍 CityChengdu
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📖 About the university

The Sichuan Conservatory of Music, founded in 1939, is one of China's oldest and largest independent conservatories and the leading music institution of the southwest. Beyond classical performance, composition and musicology, it is known for its broad reach into popular music, film scoring, digital media, dance and fine art. Its large student body and Chengdu location connect it to the region's lively entertainment and creative industries. The conservatory has trained many well-known performers and composers across genres. It is a popular choice for international students wanting to study music in the relaxed cultural capital of Chengdu.

🎯 Fields of study

The university's specialised study — the core section
Music PerformanceCompositionMusicology

🏛️ Colleges & schools

Department of Chinese InstrumentsDepartment of PianoDepartment of Vocal MusicDepartment of CompositionDepartment of Musicology

🌆 About Chengdu

Chengdu, capital of Sichuan, is a laid-back southwestern metropolis famous for its giant pandas, teahouses and spicy cuisine.

💰 Fees & costs

Annual tuition
Typically ¥16,000 – ¥45,000 / year (intl. estimate)
Living costs
¥2,000 – ¥3,500 / month
Housing
¥800 – ¥2,000 / month (campus dorm, estimate)
Intake
September (main) · some programs in March
Application deadline
Usually March – June for the September intake
Chinese-language program
✓ Yes
Available scholarships

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