Rockschool music qualifications are tailor-made for the contemporary musician.
Back To School 2026
Supporting Creative Education, Every Step of the Way
Empower your students this September with RSL!
Whether you’re inspiring the next generation of musicians, performers or creative professionals, we’re here to help you make this your best year yet.
From brand-new syllabuses and qualifications to exclusive teaching resources, free downloads, webinars and professional development, discover everything RSL Awards has to support your teaching throughout the academic year.
Graded Music Exams
Everything you need to deliver engaging, contemporary music lessons. Discover our latest syllabuses, publications, teaching resources, webinars and free classroom downloads designed to support every stage of your students’ musical journey.
Stageschool Qualifications
Support every performer to develop confidence, creativity and stage-ready skills. Explore Stageschool qualifications, teaching resources and practical tools designed for drama schools, dance schools, performing arts academies and independent teachers.
Vocational Qualifications
Prepare learners for careers in the creative industries. Discover industry-recognised qualifications, curriculum support and resources for schools, colleges and training providers delivering vocational and technical education.
What’s New This Year?
Discover the latest resources, publications and opportunities from across RSL Awards.
Acoustic Guitar 2026
A brand-new syllabus featuring fresh repertoire, practical musicianship and exciting resources for today’s acoustic guitarists.
Rockschool Vocals 2026
Discover the latest vocal repertoire, contemporary songs and refreshed resources designed to inspire every singer.
35th Anniversary Editions
Celebrate 35 years of Rockschool with our exclusive limited-edition books, just 1,991 copies per instrument, featuring iconic repertoire from every Rockschool syllabus since 1991.
Rockschool for Business
Check out the latest business tools from the RSL Group. One single application to run your business, including training, curriculum, studio management, booking and payments.
Awarding Organisation of the Year
We’re proud to be recognised as Awarding Organisation of the Year, celebrating our commitment to innovation, quality and supporting creative education.
Brand New Musical Theatre Qualifications
Our biggest Musical Theatre update is coming soon: clearer group pathways, an exciting new solo qualification and Cast Awards celebrating every performer, from leading roles to ensemble members.
New Career Development Qualifications
Expand your professional practice with our growing range of qualifications, including Performance, Teaching, Coaching, Mentoring and Wellbeing pathways.
Stageschool Case Study: Make Believe
Discover how Make Believe utilise the Stageschool Musical Theatre syllabus to complement its teaching programme and support students “reach their unreachable star”.
Download Free Music Theory Activity Packs
A good grasp of music theory can quickly elevate any musician’s performance so download your free music theory activity pack today for some teaching and learning inspiration.
Become an Examiner!
Being an examiner is a unique opportunity that can be added to an existing portfolio career, or complement full-time work. The role is flexible enough to fit with different lifestyles and alongside a variety of other commitments.
Acoustic Guitar 2026
A brand-new syllabus featuring fresh repertoire, practical musicianship and exciting resources for today’s acoustic guitarists.
Rockschool Vocals 2026
Discover the latest vocal repertoire, contemporary songs and refreshed resources designed to inspire every singer.
35th Anniversary Editions
Celebrate 35 years of Rockschool with our exclusive limited-edition books, just 1,991 copies per instrument, featuring iconic repertoire from every Rockschool syllabus since 1991.
Rockschool for Business
Check out the latest business tools from the RSL Group. One single application to run your business, including training, curriculum, studio management, booking and payments.
Awarding Organisation of the Year
We’re proud to be recognised as Awarding Organisation of the Year, celebrating our commitment to innovation, quality and supporting creative education.
Brand New Musical Theatre Qualifications
Our biggest Musical Theatre update is coming soon: clearer group pathways, an exciting new solo qualification and Cast Awards celebrating every performer, from leading roles to ensemble members.
New Career Development Qualifications
Expand your professional practice with our growing range of qualifications, including Performance, Teaching, Coaching, Mentoring and Wellbeing pathways.
Stageschool Case Study: Make Believe
Discover how Make Believe utilise the Stageschool Musical Theatre syllabus to complement its teaching programme and support students “reach their unreachable star”.
Download Free Music Theory Activity Packs
A good grasp of music theory can quickly elevate any musician’s performance so download your free music theory activity pack today for some teaching and learning inspiration.
Become an Examiner!
Being an examiner is a unique opportunity that can be added to an existing portfolio career, or complement full-time work. The role is flexible enough to fit with different lifestyles and alongside a variety of other commitments.
