Overview
Research-active staff at the School of Music from Cardiff University offer supervision in all areas across
- musicology
- composition
- performance.
You may specialise in any of these areas for PhD in Music, presenting work in one of three different formats: a thesis, a portfolio of compositions with commentary, or a performance recital with supporting thesis.
We combine acknowledged research expertise in dedicated areas with a commitment to the wider scholarly world, and a clear sense of our role in the cultural life of a capital city.
Opportunities
Strategic collaborations with international organisations, including the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Welsh National Opera, and National Museum Wales, allow us to make extensive contributions to the world of music, both within and beyond academia.
We are home to an active and engaged postgraduate community. Our postgraduates are encouraged to play an integral role in our research culture, including participating in research events, projects, and seminars.
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Research areas
- Composition
- Musicology
- Performance
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
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Campus Location
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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General requirements
- Suitable for graduates in Music. Candidates are normally expected to have a 1st or upper 2nd class Honours degree, or equivalent, and to have completed, or be about to complete, a taught master's degree involving music.
- Applicants must also show evidence of appropriate skills in music composition (for Composition) or music performance (for Performance) as well as foreign language skills (if relevant).
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Applies to youNon-residents21200 GBP / year≈ 21200 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5006 GBP / year≈ 5006 GBP / year
Additional Details
- Part-time tuition fees: £2,503
Living costs
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Funding
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