MA The Beatles, Heritage and Culture at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

The Beatles are the world’s most successful pop group, whose popularity has endured for over 60 years. But their legacy extends far beyond music, and the Liverpool City Region has built an industry from its most famous sons. The Beatles are a central musical, cultural and industrial force in Liverpool, the UK and the world, and Beatles tourism is worth approximately £82 million annually to the local economy.

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

What you will study

During each semester you’ll study one 4-week, 10-credit module with a 1-week assessment period. You’ll then study an 8-week, 20-credit module followed by the University’s traditional end-of-semester assessment period. Compulsory modules in year one include Researching the Beatles, The Beatles’ Liverpool Through 1966, Music of the Beatles, The Beatles in the 20th Century.

Career pathways

This degree will be a valuable credential to people who are interested in careers in the:

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first degree award of 2:2 or higher (or its equivalent) is expected. There are no restrictions on the discipline of your first degree. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications may be considered where 5+ years of relevant work experience can be evidenced.; English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,075 a year (2027/28). part-time Source

International applicants: GBP 7,075 a year (2027/28). part-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 24 months part-time

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

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