Music and Korean Studies

Perform, compose and write about music while developing your language skills and understanding of Korean culture. You'll spend your third year studying in Seoul, South Korea at one of our six partner universities. Music modules span performance, composition, musicology, ethnomusicology, music psychology, musical industries and music technology.

Become an independent musician and music researcher – all while achieving fluency, real lived experience and a critical understanding of Korea and its people.

In this degree you will learn to listen, perform, think and write critically about music of multiple genres while developing your language skills and understanding of Korean culture.

We’ll teach you Korean intensively from scratch, with a focus on social and vocational skills in writing, summary, precision translation, debate and oral presentation.

The combination of language study, the huge, flexible range of music modules, and time spent with our partner universities in Seoul, makes this degree the perfect space in which to pursue your love of Korean music. Together, we’ll help you establish the skills and portfolio you need to enjoy a career in the music industry.

The University of Sheffield is an All-Steinway School. This accreditation enables students to access pianos of the highest quality and places the University among a select group of international education institutions.

Why study this course?

Pursue your love of music and Korean culture: With a strong foundation of musical understanding, this dual course supports you as you develop both as a musician, and a student of Korean culture.

Number one for Asian studies: Ranked 1st in National Student Survey (NSS) results 2023 across Asian studies in the UK, the Centre for Korean Studies has a thriving research culture, with unparalleled opportunities to tap into national and international expertise.

Top five for music in the UK: We have been awarded 5th in the UK in the UK for music, in the Complete University Guide 2024.

Work in music: Gain practical industry experience while you learn with our 'Work in Music' module, and build a network of professionals who can advise you on your career.