Overview

Within this Music MRes programme from the University of Nottingham you'll:

Develop advanced skills in performance, composition or music tech
Create your own recital or portfolio

Research a major project in musicology

Key Facts

You have the opportunity to shape your own studies while being supported by our experienced and dedicated staff.

Career opportunities:

Our graduates go on to many different careers. Examples include:

Music management
Programme controller
Composer
Civil Service Fast Stream
Marketing
Law
Accountancy
Airline pilot

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Musicology
Composition
Performance

Music Technology
Mastering the Arts

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-18 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

71

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Music View 208 other Masters in Music in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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71

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) in music or a related subject
We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.
We treat all applicants with alternative qualifications on an individual basis. We may also consider relevant work experience.

Depending on which pathway you want to follow, you will also need:

Composition: portfolio of two compositions with at least one notated (one can be electro/acoustic)
Performance: 20 to 30 minutes of contrasting repertoire, submitted as a recent unedited video performance (online or DVD)
Music technology: portfolio of audio recordings lasting between 40 to 60 minutes (CD or uncompressed 24-bit audio download)
Musicology: an example of your written work, 3000 to 5000 words long

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

25750 GBP / year

≈ 25750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5260 GBP / year

≈ 5260 GBP / year

Living costs

Nottingham

United Kingdom

583 - 978 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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