MA Music at York St John University

Programme overview

Develop the skills required to give you an advantage in becoming a music professional and creative entrepreneur. Work with, and learn from, musical experts who will support you in professionalising your creative voice. You'll further your skillset across performance, composing, facilitating, teaching, and recording. In addition, our team will introduce you to the business side of being a professional musician.

Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027, September 2028 | Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Methods of Reflective Practice; Music Creative Practice; Creative Entrepreneurship; Independent Research; Music Independent Project.

Career pathways

This postgraduate degree could lead you to a career directly related to working in the music composition industry, or it could take you in a completely different direction, using the many transferrable skills you will develop. Example roles include Musician; Music Teacher; Community arts worker; Music therapist; Radio producer; Sound technician.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 honours degree in a related subject. Interview if your honours degree is in an unrelated subject. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,000 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee, full time; UK rate Source

International applicants: GBP 12,000 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee, full time Source

Intake: September 2027, September 2028

Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/apply-for-postgraduate-course/

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