Music (Composition) (MMus)
12 monthsProgramme duration
29 Jul, 2025Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MMusic
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MMus Music Composition programme gives you the opportunity to specialise in various elements of musical composition. On this course, you’ll learn current trends in composition, 20th and 21st century musical developments, aesthetic, technical and critical issues in modern compositional practice and an in-depth analysis of your chosen compositional genres, materials, techniques and forms.
Our academic staff are internationally noted performers with active solo and ensemble careers, and established composers of contemporary art music, electronic music, media music (for example, in film, TV and videogames), and jazz. These world-leading experts can offer you intensive one-to-one tuition in music history, culture and performance.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MMusic
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MMus Music Composition programme gives you the opportunity to specialise in various elements of musical composition. On this course, you’ll learn current trends in composition, 20th and 21st century musical developments, aesthetic, technical and critical issues in modern compositional practice and an in-depth analysis of your chosen compositional genres, materials, techniques and forms.
Our academic staff are internationally noted performers with active solo and ensemble careers, and established composers of contemporary art music, electronic music, media music (for example, in film, TV and videogames), and jazz. These world-leading experts can offer you intensive one-to-one tuition in music history, culture and performance.
Admission Requirements
For the Composition pathway, you’ll need to submit a portfolio of 2 to 4 compositions. These should total 15 to 20 minutes of music, showing your range and compositional techniques.
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