About Music
Our research degrees (MA by Research, MPhil and PhD) may be undertaken by musicologists, composers or performers, leading to the submission of a thesis, a portfolio of compositions, and/or a series of performances. Research students take responsibility for their own research and creative practice, but are supported in their endeavours by means of fortnightly individual supervision and research training. There are many opportunities to work closely with employers and other external organisations. Opportunities for research students to contribute to undergraduate teaching are often available, with full training provided by the University.