Key Information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start Dates and Application Deadlines
- Starting January 2027: Apply before Dec 2026 (National, estimated deadline)
- Starting January 2027: Apply before Oct 2026 (International, estimated deadline)
If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round. If you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.
Language
English
English Requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (or New TOEFL iBT 1-6 score: 4.5)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Music Performance
Overview
This flexible postgraduate course lets you choose either an MA by Research or PhD in Music Performance Practice offered by University of Birmingham. Both courses offer you the chance to produce a research thesis, an assessed performance and both a written note and critical commentary on the performance. Whichever course you choose, you'll be supported by expert supervisors and access the specialist facilities. Visit the programme website for more information.
Careers Support
At Birmingham, they prepare the researchers to make an impact across every sector of society. The PhD graduates are global change-makers: advancing knowledge, shaping policy, leading industries, and educating future generations.
You'll benefit from dedicated careers support tailored to your unique paths. The expert team of Careers Advisers, including a dedicated postgraduate research adviser, offer one-to-one guidance to help researchers navigate career decisions both within and beyond academia.
Whatever you plan to do after your degree, Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one to one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. They also offer subject specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.
Programme Structure
Research themes:
- Composition
- Performance
- Musicology
- Ethnomusicology
- Music Psychology
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (or New TOEFL iBT 1-6 score: 4.5)
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
- If you're applying for a PhD, you'll also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area.
- Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.
- If you're applying for distance learning research programmes, you'll also need to show that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.
- You'll normally need to submit a research proposal. The word count is typically 1,000-1,500 words for Arts programmes and around 2,500 words for Law programmes. See the Application Process section for more information.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 44,191 AUD / year (approx. 23,390 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,896 AUD / year (approx. 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details:
- UK: £2,619 (part-time)
- International: £11,695 (part-time)
Living Costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,445-2,142 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarship opportunities are available for Music Performance Practice. Eligible applicants may apply for scholarships, but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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