MA by Research in Music - Music as Culture in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

If you're aiming to launch an academic path or enhance your professional skills, pursuing a research degree offers an exciting journey that will fuel your subject enthusiasm and help you achieve your goals. Our research programs are available for full-time or part-time study, including practice-based PhDs and distance-learning options. The School of Music's MA by Research program provides an opportunity for extended independent study at the Master's level, with personalized one-on-one guidance tailored to your project's needs. You'll complete a 30,000-word thesis on a topic of your choosing.

Our research covers a broad spectrum of music studies spanning from the 1600s to contemporary times. We employ various analytical methods, from theoretical critiques to practical applications, examining music's role across historical, artistic, technological, popular culture, and interdisciplinary frameworks. Our global collaborative projects partner with museums, galleries, and cultural institutions worldwide.