Birmingham,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Music Performance Practice in Birmingham United Kingdom | University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
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Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
21,840
(c. USD29,141.11)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our composition research program is designed to enhance your abilities as you explore a dynamic musical landscape that blends classical approaches with cutting-edge advancements, uniting acoustic instruments with modern digital tools.
Through this course, you'll have the opportunity to produce sonic and musical works utilizing electroacoustic techniques, computational methods, conventional (and unconventional) instrumental/vocal writing, or a fusion of these elements. We also embrace creative endeavors incorporating interactive systems, mixed media, and immersive sound environments, while supporting you in developing your unique artistic voice.
The Music Department provides two postgraduate research pathways, whether you aim to culminate your academic journey with a doctoral degree or wish to undertake master's-level investigation after completing relevant undergraduate studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applications for the PhD programme need to be supported by a piece of academic writing of c3,000 words, as well as a recital comprising a diverse programme, relevant to your intended course, of c.30 mins. in duration. This can be provided via YouTube, Youku or DropBox.
In contrast, for the Masters by Research, applicants need to supply a writing sample of at least 1,500 words, in addition to a bibliography and notes, as well as a 20-min. recital.
Our requirements for postgraduate research are dependent on the type of programme you are applying for:
For the MA by Research programme, entry usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree in Music or a related subject, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK.
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.
toefl - 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
ielts - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
In contrast, for the Masters by Research, applicants need to supply a writing sample of at least 1,500 words, in addition to a bibliography and notes, as well as a 20-min. recital.
Our requirements for postgraduate research are dependent on the type of programme you are applying for:
For the MA by Research programme, entry usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree in Music or a related subject, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK.
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.
toefl - 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
ielts - 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
Tuition
GBP
21,840