PhD in Music in Hull United Kingdom | University of Hull

Hull's music department boasts a distinguished tradition of exceptional research. Our globally recognized studies in popular music, jazz, sonic arts, and music psychology earned top ratings in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework. Each year, we present nearly 45 public performances and actively participate in regional musical events, from Early Music and jazz festivals to community initiatives, alongside organizing the esteemed Newland Lectures featuring celebrated international scholars, composers, and music professionals.

As a student here, you'll enjoy round-the-clock access to state-of-the-art music facilities following Middleton Hall's extensive renovation, including dedicated rehearsal rooms and studios.

The hall's transformation has established world-class amenities at the University of Hull, featuring a performance venue, immersive cinema, advanced ambisonic recording studio, and professional-grade rehearsal spaces. The redesign incorporates a modern entrance and café, with a 400+ capacity concert hall as the centerpiece of this enhanced facility.