Program Overview
The Music at University of Bristol is a Master 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 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bristol, 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
- Contemporary Compositional Ideas and Techniques (40 credits)
- Introduction to Professional Composing (20 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits)
- Portfolio of Compositions (60 credits)
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Latin (20 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
- Dissertation or Edition (60 credits)
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Source Study, Palaeography and Editorial Techniques (20 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
- Dissertation or Edition (60 credits)
- Readings in Musicology (40 credits)
- Source Study, Palaeography and Editorial Techniques (20 credits)
- Two optional units (20 credits each)
- Performance (60 credits)
- Source Study, Palaeography and Editorial Techniques (20 credits)
- Four optional units (20 credits each)
- Performance (60 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) with suitable skills and experience in music. All applicants will be asked a series of subject-specific questions as part of the application. Applicants for Composition, Performance and Practical Performance are required to submit a portfolio of work.
- Non-traditional qualifications may also be considered.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,600 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bristol 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 Bristol
University of Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom
University of Bristol 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- Language English
- Duration 12 months