MA Composition of Music for Film and Television at University of Bristol

Programme overview

This programme provides professional training in composition for screen media. Taught by expert staff and guest composers from the professional world, you will develop a strong technological foundation in the subject, along with specialist understanding and creative experience in television, film and game scoring, and practical insight into today's media industry. The MA is taught within our high-specification composition and recording studios, which have full-time technical support.

What you will study

There are four core units and you will be able to choose two optional units from a wide selection that address further compositional skills, and the study of film, TV and other screen media. You will also complete a media composition portfolio/dissertation: a substantial portfolio of original music for new collaborative films and/or related screen media projects (a total of approximately 18 to 20 minutes of music for up to 50 minutes of viewing time).

Career pathways

Students who have completed the MA in Composition of Music for Film and Television have taken up careers as music composers, sound designers, recording engineers and producers, and educators. Some graduates have gone on to doctoral study in composition or musicology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need a strong second-class honours degree (55% or higher) or an international equivalent in Music. Non-traditional qualifications/routes may also be considered. You must also have experience as a composer, demonstrated by a portfolio of your music. English language: profile level C.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,800 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 30,600 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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