MA Music
University of Bristol
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2)

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
academic-cap
Qualification

MA - Master of Arts

location-pin
Location

Clifton Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-26

time
Duration

1 Year

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

MA - Master of Arts

Location

Clifton Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-26

Duration

1 Year

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Music
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


Domestic
SELECTED

EU
SELECT

Rest of World
SELECT

Course info

There are five pathways in this flexible MA programme:PerformanceCompositionMusicologyMedieval MusicRussian MusicThe units you take will vary according to your chosen pathway, but all include shared training units, such as Research Skills for Musicians, specialised units specific to the pathway, and a large menu of optional units tailored to your interests. These are followed by a major project: a dissertation or edition for musicologists (including those on the Russian Music and Medieval Music ...Read more

There are five pathways in this flexible MA programme:PerformanceCompositionMusicologyMedieval MusicRussian MusicThe units you take will vary according to your chosen pathway, but all include shared training units, such as Research Skills for Musicians, specialised units specific to the pathway, and a large menu of optional units tailored to your interests. These are followed by a major project: a dissertation or edition for musicologists (including those on the Russian Music and Medieval Music pathways), a recital for performers, or a portfolio of compositions for composers.

Key stats

  IDP Connect
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
3rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
15th

Modules

Module Options
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in Music.

Tuition fees

Students living in

Domestic

£13,300 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

accommodation fee - Living expenses - As a guide, most students spend between £9,000 and £15,000 per year including accommodation.

£29,500 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

accommodation fee - Living expenses - As a guide, most students spend between £9,000 and £15,000 per year including accommodation.

£29,500 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

accommodation fee - Living expenses - As a guide, most students spend between £9,000 and £15,000 per year including accommodation.

IDP Connect

Uni info

University of Bristol
Beacon House Queens Road Bristol BS8 1QU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Clifton Down  0.3 miles away
Thinking of studying in Bristol?

Check out our

Bristol city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate