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MA in Music
| Awards Available | MA |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | One year full-time; two years part-time |
| Part-time study available? | Yes |
| Number of places | Not fixed |
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Programme overview
This flexible MA programme has pathways in Composition, Medieval Music, Musicology, Music Theory, Performance, Practical Performance, and Russian Music.
Modules taken vary according to the pathway chosen, but all include basic music training such as Research Skills for Musicians (supported by the Graduate School training programmes), specialised units specific to the pathway, and a large menu of optional units. These are followed by a major project: a musicological dissertation or edition for musicologists (including those on the Russian Music, Medieval Music and Music Theory pathways), a minor and a major recital for performers, and a portfolio of compositions for composers.
The content of this MA programme relates closely to the research interests of the academic staff.
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) with suitable skills and experience in music. Applicants for Composition, Performance and Practical Performance are required to submit a portfolio of work. For further information on the required portfolio please see the Portfolio Requirements. Non-traditional qualifications may also be considered.
For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Programme structure
Core units
All students take the Research Skills for Musicians unit (20 credits)
Composition Pathway
- Contemporary Compositional Ideas and Techniques (40 credits)
- Introduction to Professional Composing (20 credits)
Medieval Music Pathway
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Latin (20 Credits)
- Dissertation or Edition (60 Credits)
- Two optional units (20 Credits)
Musicology Pathway
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Source Studies (20 credits)
- Dissertation or Edition (60 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
Music Theory Pathway
- Source Studies (20 credits)
- Dissertation or Edition (60 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
Performance Pathway
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Source Study (20 credits)
- Performance (60 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
Practical Performance Pathway
- Source Study (20 credits)
- Performance (60 credits)
- Four optional units (20 credits each)
Russian Music Pathway
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Russian (20 credits)
- Dissertation or Edition
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
Please note: the Music Theory and Practical Performance pathways are particularly suitable for overseas applicants for whom English is not a first language. For more advice, please contact the Department.
Application deadline: 1 August 2014
Get in touch
Email: artf-gradschool-admissions@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/arts/gradschool
International students
Open to international students? Yes
English-language requirements: 6.5 in all bands with exception of Practical Performance pathway (6.0 in all bands), in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Full-time: UK/EU £6,300;
overseas £14,500
Part-time: UK/EU £3,150;
overseas n/a
Fees stated are per annum and are subject to annual increase.
Funding options
AHRC funding and scholarships information is available on the Faculty Scholarships page.
Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students is available from the Student Funding Office website.
Research Assessment Score
Unit of Assessment 67 applies. See Complete RAE listings for University of Bristol for further details.
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