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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Full Time
FEB-26
4 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Full Time
FEB-26
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Part Time
SEP-26
6 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Part Time
FEB-26
6 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Part Time
MAY-26
6 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Online
MAY-26
4 Years
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The London College of Music has over 130 years of history but has also engaged with the latest developments in music technology and popular music research.Our PhDs are supported by staff who are engaged in a range of specialisms that combine practice-led research and advanced professional practice with theoretical and technical analysis.We have expert supervisory capability across a wide variety of topics and issues. We welcome applications for doctoral research in both traditional and progressive disciplines including:audio technologycultural studiescompositionfestival studiesgender, diversity and creativity within musical areashistorical studiesmusical aesthetics and analysismusicologymusic pedagogymusic performancerecord production and mixing
The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:
a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience.
We look for individuals with:
dedication to undertaking rigorous and meaningful research
enthusiasm for contributing to academic and creative practice
a genuine passion for their chosen subject area.
Applicants should also submit a well-considered and persuasive research proposal, clearly outlining their aims, context, and potential contribution to the field.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,900 per year
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)
£16,000 per year
Students from EU
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£16,000 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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