Masters Degrees (Ethnomusicology)

By studying music across the globe, ethnomusicologists seek to understand what music is, and the role it plays in human interactions and experiences. Read more

The MA in Music (Ethnomusicology) introduces a range of methodologies in relation to the study of music in its cultural contexts. Read more

This course offers you the opportunity to consolidate and expand your knowledge of music in a world-leading university. . In our Musicology & Ethnomusicology pathway, you can explore a wide range of music and approaches, while learning advanced skills in writing and research. Read more

Theoretical and practical grounding in the discipline of ethnomusicology, as well as the opportunity to develop performance and ethnographic skills, regional expertise, and a deeper understanding of global music – just some of what you can expect to develop on the MMus Ethnomusicology. Read more

Enjoy a strong focus on theory, methodology and current debates in ethnomusicology and world music studies. Develop advanced research skills and presentational techniques suitable for doctoral study or applied work. Read more

World Music Studies encompasses the study of any and all musical activity in the world. Western as well as ‘exotic’, popular as well as classical, amateur as well as professional. Read more

This unique programme has been designed for students wishing to combine an interest in music and related cultural performance with advocacy and social development practice. Read more

Providing a balance of broad-based study and specialist training, this masters course is designed to meet your needs whether you wish to specialise as preparation for future research or take a more varied set of options as a stand along qualification. Read more

The flexible modular structure of our taught MA course allows you to focus on a chosen area of specialism but simultaneously facilitates exploration of a wide range of research areas relating to music. Read more

These courses offer a flexible route to advanced musical study including classical, popular, world, contemporary, early, folk and traditional. Read more

This programme offers a variety of stimulating and contemporary academic pathways with a range of theoretical and practice-based modules. . Read more

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MA Music embraces the diversity of music scholarship, combining historical, ethnographic, analytical, critical and practice-based approaches. Read more

The Arts MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in one or more of the School of the Arts’ key subject areas. Read more

Come and study with the pioneer of Music Industry Studies at MA level within the UK. This MA will give you an advanced and discerning knowledge of music industry practices, drawing on our international research and the experience of our tutors. Read more