University of Bristol - Arts and Humanities MA Music
University of Bristol - Arts and Humanities

University of Bristol - Arts and Humanities

MA Music

Bristol, United Kingdom

MA

1 up to

2 years

English

Full time, Part time

GBP 29,500 / per year **

On-Campus

* home applicants| Overseas applicants: 25 July 2025

** overseas full-time | home full-time: GBP 13,300 per year | home part-time two years: GBP 6,650 per year

Key Summary

    About : The MA Music program offers an innovative approach to music studies, combining practical and theoretical learning. The course encourages creativity and critical thinking through a diverse range of modules that explore various aspects of music. You’ll engage in practical projects, research, and collaborative work, building a solid foundation for your future career in music.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates of the MA Music program can pursue a range of career opportunities, such as music educators, composers, sound designers, or music producers. Other paths include roles in the music industry, arts management, and academia. This program equips you with essential skills for a successful career in the dynamic field of music.

There are five pathways in this flexible MA programme:

  • Performance
  • Composition
  • Musicology
  • Medieval Music
  • Russian Music

The units you take will vary according to your chosen pathway, but all include shared training units, such as Research Skills for Musicians, specialised units specific to the pathway, and a large menu of optional units tailored to your interests. These are followed by a major project: a dissertation or edition for musicologists (including those on the Russian Music and Medieval Music pathways), a recital for performers, or a portfolio of compositions for composers.

Read more on the institution's website