Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 88 or 4.5 (new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score)
PTE Academic: 67
IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Musicology
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Overview
Be part of a university renowned for world leading research. The Music academics are exploring a variety of research projects covering music in contemporary and historical cultures around the world, including elements of Sound Studies and the psychology of music. Learn more at the Musicology programme offered by University of Birmingham.
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. Visit the programme website for more information
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 4.5 (new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score)
PTE Academic: 67
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
- If you are applying for a PhD then you will usually also need to hold a good Masters qualification in Music or a related subject.
- Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience you may have are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements.
- If you are applying for distance learning research programmes, you will also be required to demonstrate that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.
Make sure you meet all requirements on the programme website
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International (Non-residents): 44,191 AUD / year (≈ 23,390 GBP / year)
Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 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.
