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7 Composition MA Degree Programs in Europe
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University of Bristol - Arts and Humanities
MA Composition of Music for Film and Television
- Bristol, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
This programme provides professional training in composition for screen media. Taught by staff and guest composers from the professional world, you will develop a strong technological foundation in the subject, along with a specialist understanding of television and screen scoring.
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The Institute Of Contemporary Music Performance
MA Songwriting
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Highly creative, research-based and tailored to your personal interests, ICMP's MA Songwriting supports you to develop a substantial creative songwriting project of your choosing – typically a debut album. Covering all aspects of songwriting practice, you’ll follow your individual creative path while launching a bespoke portfolio career in songwriting.
Leeds Conservatoire
MA Music (Composition)
- Leeds, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Kickstart your music career with our Music MA, specialising in composition. This practical postgraduate degree is designed to develop your art form and enhance your musical skills, professional approach, and innovative thinking, equipping you for the dynamic nature of today's music industry
Leeds Conservatoire
MA Popular Music (Songwriter)
- Leeds, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Launch your career as a songwriter with our MA in Popular Music, specialising in songwriting. Designed to empower you with a blend of musical expertise, a professional mindset and creative ingenuity, this postgraduate degree will prepare you to enter the ever-changing landscape of the modern music industry.
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Leeds Conservatoire
MA Popular Music (Writer Performer)
- Leeds, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Launch your career in music with our MA in Popular Music (Writer Performer). Designed to empower you with a blend of musical expertise, a professional mindset and creative ingenuity, this postgraduate degree will prepare you to enter the ever-changing landscape of the modern music industry.
Tileyard Education
MA Commercial Songwriting and Production (Online Blended)
- Online United Kingdom
MA
Full time
12 months
Blended
English
The MA Commercial Songwriting and Production (Online Blended), validated by Nottingham Trent University, is an industry-driven practical MA Programme that strikes a necessary balance between traditional creative songwriting and production practice and a critical evaluation of specialised tools, techniques and case studies unique to the current music and entertainment industries.
KASK & Conservatorium / School of Arts Gent
Advanced Master Contemporary Music
- Ghent, Belgium
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Those choosing the Advanced Master in Contemporary Music programme at the Royal Conservatory/School of Arts Ghent work under the guidance of the Ictus and SPECTRA contemporary music ensembles, on projects with an emphatic focus on recently composed music. Students specialize in contemporary music, as soloists or members of an ensemble. They play an active role in creating new works by both young and established composers.
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Learn more about Composition MA degree programs in Europe
In Europe, pursuing a Master's degree in Composition allows you to engage deeply with diverse musical traditions and innovative practices. You'll explore the artistic process, technical skills, and theoretical underpinnings of composition, preparing you for a dynamic career in music.
Through courses in harmony, orchestration, and digital music production, you’ll learn to create compelling and original compositions across various genres. This program fosters creativity while emphasizing collaborative projects, where you hone your ability to work with performers and incorporate real-time feedback into your work. The environment encourages curiosity, helping you strengthen your artistic voice as you navigate new musical ideas.
Graduates of Composition programs in Europe often find opportunities in film scoring, music publishing, and teaching. The strong network within the European music scene also supports your exploration of unique cultural contexts and innovative soundscapes, equipping you with the skills to engage with a globally connected industry.