Program Overview
The Music at University of York is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Music programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Essay/Seminar paper (c 5,000 words): Friday week 1 Spring Term
- Composition 1/Analysis 1/Performance 1*: Friday week 1 Spring Term
- Essay/Seminar paper 2 (c 5,000 words): Friday week 1 Summer Term
- Composition 2/Analysis 2/Performance 2*: Friday week 1 Summer Term
- Dissertation/extended essay: Friday 17 September
- Recital: final recital dates are Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 September 2004
- The production of at least one substantial electroacoustic work each term.
- Tutorials of one hour are available fortnightly throughout the course.
- Regular seminars on aesthetic issues and electroacoustic techniques.
- Concert presentation of work produced.
- Attendance at the MA Research seminar
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Language Requirements
The University\'s absolute minimum English language requirements are:
- IELTS: 6.0 (in the \'Academic\' test)
- TOEFL: paper-based 550/ computer-based (CBT): 213/ internet-based (iBT): 79
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: A, B, C
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,680 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of York directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of York
University of York
Heslington, United Kingdom
University of York is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
