Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We recommend that once you have identified the area you wish to undertake a research degree in, that you make contact to express your interest in applying.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT: 79
PTE Academic: 59
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Keele, United Kingdom
Disciplines
- Music
Overview
The Musicology research group focuses primarily on music since 1900. Specific member interests include French, Polish and German music, analysis, critical theory, cultural history, and film music.
Features
Research Music students at Keele University are supported through the provision of: shared office space, IT equipment and research funding to support some travel and other expenses.
Programme structure
Curriculum:
- Musicology
- Theory and Analysis
- Critical Theory
- Acoustic and electro-acoustic
- Composition
- Music Technology
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT: 79
PTE Academic: 59
Other requirements
General requirements
- PhD, MPhil and DMs usually require an Honours degree with a first or 2.1 classifications, or the equivalent if you have been educated outside the UK. Any other academic and/or professional qualifications you may have are also considered, and in some cases form an integral part of the entrance requirement.
- A research proposal – guidance can be found here Project proposal
- At least one academic reference
- A copy of your passport
- Copies of transcripts and certificates verifying your qualifications.
- A copy of your visa (if you have one)
- Evidence of English language level (if English is not your first language and you have such evidence).
- Copies of transcripts and certificates verifying your qualifications
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 31,702 AUD / year ≈ 16,844 GBP / year
- Domestic: 9,422 AUD / year ≈ 5,006 GBP / year
Living costs
Keele, United Kingdom: 1,242-2,146 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

