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Full time & Part time September Research Only, MA 1 year full time, 2 years part time
Creative Arts & Design (9)

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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of music and sound with our Music (by Research) MA programme. Located in the vibrant city of London, this unique course offers a diverse range of topics to explore, from music performance and scholarship to contemporary composition and sound practices. Learn directly from world-leading artists and scholars, collaborating with international visitors in workshops and masterclasses. Enhance your research skills and develop a major project in creative practice or scholarly research. Our state-of-the-art facilities, including recording studios and performance spaces, provide the perfect environment for your musical journey. Join us and unlock your potential in the music industry. Entry requirements include an upper second class honours degree or equivalent.

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Engage in a unique course that covers the diverse fields of music and sound. Within a vibrant musical community located in the heart of global London, you will develop skills in a topic of your choice including music performance and scholarship, contemporary composition and sound practices.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants should normally hold (or expect to gain) an upper second class honours degree. While most students come with a first degree in Music or Music Technology, we do consider applicants with a good honours degree in related subjects in the arts, humanities, and sciences if they can demonstrate musical expertise and experience. The application consists of: A personal statement and topic proposal (ca. 1,000 words). Use this opportunity to demonstrate why you wish to undertake the MA, how this relates to your future career plans, and what topic you wish to research for your MA Major Project.


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