Masters Degrees in Musicology, United Kingdom

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

The Musicology pathway in the MA Music programme qualifies graduates to embark upon their own research. While honing specialist skills, this pathway teaches students bold approaches to music as a practice and an academic discipline. Read more

The Musicology Masters at Glasgow presents a broad, multi-dimensional approach to Music as a key component of numerous contemporary cultural practices. Read more

Explore how music is created, disseminated and received. This course draws on a range of methodologies and disciplines. Benefit from a thriving international centre for Musicology Research seminars featuring world leaders in musicology and major international conferences in the field. Read more

Delve beneath the surface of music with this pathway, designed for students interested in the academic study of music. Read more

Delve beneath the surface of music with this pathway, designed for students interested in the academic study of music. Read more

Delve beneath the surface of music with this pathway, designed for students interested in the academic study of music. Read more

This course offers a foundation in musicological thought and practice, opportunities to develop specialised applied, editorial, archival, critical and theoretical skills, and the chance to produce a significant piece of work in a musicological area of your choice, regardless of your musical tastes and preferences. Read more

This course offers a comprehensive range of options and 4 pathways. musicology (including theory, history and analysis); composition; performance and music history. Read more

This programme offers an intense introduction to music research, broadly defined. You will be introduced to a wide range of methodologies and debates in musicology and will develop the critical skills needed to pursue your own research. Read more

Whatever your interests, our Musicology course gives you the unique opportunity to pursue your own research project within a lively and exciting Conservatoire environment. Read more

The Musicology pathway aims to equip you with core historical and analytical skills as well as enabling you to operate in a field that is broadly interdisciplinary. Read more

A rigorously demanding course, the MMus degree offers an opportunity to develop your musicianship and academic skills to a very high level in a range of subject areas. Read more

Develop and expand your knowledge of music in a world-leading university, located in the heart of London with access to major arts centres. Choose to study either Composition or Musicology and Ethnomusicology.  On our Musicology & Ethnomusicology pathway, you can explore a wide range of music and approaches, while learning advanced skills in writing and research. 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