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MA Music (with Performance): Performance pathway at University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Hone your skills as a performer and benefit from our expertise in instrumental and vocal performance. Gain the practical skills and theoretical knowledge you need to perform at an advanced level. You'll develop and refine your skills as a performing musician through expert individual tuition and performance classes, seminars, and tutorials.

Department: Music  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme comprises 120 credits of taught modules and a 60-credit solo recital. Modules run for one term, and each module involves a two-hour weekly seminar or a practical class which you’ll need to attend. Modules include Advanced Performance 1, Advanced Performance 2, Performance Skills 1, Performance Skills 2, Music Employability, Recital, Advanced Studies in Electroacoustic Composition 1.

Career pathways

By studying a postgraduate degree in Music at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include the ability to problem-solve, think creatively, plus self-management and presentation skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours Degree in Music. You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in Music. We can consider an Honours degree in another subject if you have significant professional musical experience and relevant qualifications. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,096 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 29,070 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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