MA Composition for Film, TV and Games at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

This programme provides you with flexible advanced training that will develop your knowledge and expertise in music and audiovisual media. Utilising the industry standard facilities within the Department of Music, this course allows you to specialise in areas such as composition for moving image, sound design, screen music analysis, film studies, and sound studies.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time also available | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules in semester one include Analysing Screen Music 1, Composing to Picture 1.

Career pathways

The MA Composition for Film, TV and Games develops key skills to those working or wishing to work in a variety of fields related to music and media. The MA programme is particularly suitable for graduates looking to pursue careers in filmmaking as, for example, music composers, orchestrators, music supervisors/editors, or sound designers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in Music, Music Technology or a closely related subject (e.g. Sound Production, Composition or Creative Media).; English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,000 a year (2027/28). full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 29,000 a year (2027/28). full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

Apply through the official page: https://theuniversityofliverpool.my.site.com/

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