PhD Music

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# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

21,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

01 Aug, 2025Application Deadline

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Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of Music is a centre of research excellence in both composition and musicology.
In composition, there is no particular house style, but we are well known for a number of areas, including:

acoustic music, ranging from solo to symphonic scale;

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

acoustic music, ranging from solo to symphonic scale;

Admission Requirements

TOEFL

88+

IELTS

6.5+

GPA

3.3+

PTE Academic

67+

A master's qualification, or be working towards a master's qualification, or international equivalent. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree (or international equivalent). Applicants with a non-traditional background may be considered provided they can demonstrate substantial equivalent and relevant experience that has prepared them to undertake their proposed course of study.

Application Deadline

01 Aug 2025

Program Duration

4 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Starting Month(s)

Jan

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

4,850 GBP

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

21,300 GBP

Other Expenses

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