Music (F99)

This masters degree introduces you to the diverse topics and methods of music research and equips you with the critical skills to pursue your own research interests in music. You’ll develop your ability to analyse and interpret musical sources and practices, to understand and apply theories to develop your own arguments, and to communicate effectively to a variety of different audiences. You’ll also encounter musical practices and genres from a wide range of places and time periods and have the opportunity to follow your own musical interests. This qualification will be ideal if you wish to pursue higher-level academic research or if you want to advance your career in music education or the creative industries.

Key features of the course

Introduces essential music research skills.

Explores a range of sources, methods and theories for an advanced study of music.

Investigates different musical styles and genres from across the world.

Concludes with a dissertation on a subject of your choice.