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MMus Music Performance and Education at University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This programme provides you with the skills and experience needed to progress your music performance to the next level. With support from professionals in the industry and the expert guidance of our lecturers, you will develop your craft as a prospective professional musician. Our MMus Music Performance and Education develops solo and ensemble performance, teaching, and research skills appropriate to performance.

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

What you will study

Please note: programme and module details are illustrative and subject to change. Compulsory modules in semester one include Performance 1, Research Skills, Research Project.

Career pathways

The MMus in Music Performance and Education develops key skills to those working or wishing to work in a variety of fields related to music. The MMus is particularly suitable for graduates looking to pursue careers in the arts, specifically relating to music performance and research, as well as teaching.

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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, alone or jointly with another subject. Conservatoire diplomas, particularly from EU and International applicants, may be acceptable in lieu of first degrees.; 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

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

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