Program Overview
The Music (MPhil) at Goldsmiths University of London is a MPhil programme in Arts & Design over 36 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 (MPhil) 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 12,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,052 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music (MPhil) programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
- Staff research interests are correspondingly diverse and wide-ranging, and we offer research supervision in many different areas, from composition to performance, sonic arts to popular music. Supervision is available in any of the areas of specialism outlined above or covered by staff research interests.
- You are assigned members of staff qualified to supervise your research throughout your period of registration. Supervision involves regular meetings throughout the period of study and involves the development of an intensive intellectual relationship between you and your supervisor.
- You can study full-time or part-time. The programme normally begins in September, but applications for entry in January and April may be considered.
- Research students are strongly encouraged to contribute to the university's research culture. You will have regular opportunities to present papers at seminars and conferences.
- Composers can have pieces performed or recorded by Goldsmiths ensembles, including the Sinfonia, or by the Ensembles-in-Residence.
- Performers are encouraged to take part in university concerts, and may audition for concerto appearances.
- You have access to Goldsmiths Graduate School, containing an open-access computer room, a student common room and seminar room for use by postgraduate research students.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a high pass in a taught Masters degree. In exceptional circumstances we will also consider applicants with an undergraduate degree and professional experience equivalent to a Masters degree.
We also accept a wide range of international equivalent qualifications, which can be found on our country-specific pages. If you\'d like more information, please contact the Admissions Office.
English language
If your first language isn\'t English, you need to demonstrate the required level of English language competence to enrol on our programmes
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,052 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,052 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Goldsmiths University of London 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 Goldsmiths University of London
Goldsmiths University of London
London, England
Goldsmiths, University of London, formerly Goldsmiths College, University of London, is a constituent research university of the University of London. It was originally founded in 1891 as The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 36 months