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Mmus/MusM - Master of Music
Highfield Campus
Full Time
Sep 2027
1 Year
Expand your knowledge and understanding of music with a master’s degree at the University of Southampton. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills for a career in music or further research on a PhD.Our MMus Musicology degree gives you the opportunity to specialise in various elements of musicology. On this course, you’ll study:current trends in musicological method and critical practicekey research skills in musicologymethodologies of advanced musical analysisOur academic staff are internationally noted performers with active solo and ensemble careers, and established composers of contemporary art music, electronic music, media music (for example, in film, TV and videogames), and jazz. These world-leading experts can offer you intensive one-to-one tuition in music history, culture and performance.We offer a broad-based MMus programme with 4 specialist pathways:MusicologyPerformanceMusic EducationCompositionOn the Musicology pathway, you’ll work towards the final goal of a professional research project and dissertation. We’ll work with you to create a portfolio of work that’s relevant to your career aspirations. On completion of the course, you’ll be ready to:continue your research at a doctoral levelwork in the music industry or wider cultural sectorbecome a teacherwork as a freelance musicianYou can mix your Musicology modules with topics from other MMus pathways to develop a wider range of skills and personalise the course to your interests.
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