Music (with Performance): Performance pathway MA

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 28,080 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Music (with Performance): Performance pathway MA

About

Course overview

Hone your skills as a performer and get ready for a brilliant career in the music industry.

Gain all the practical skills and theoretical knowledge you’ll need to perform at an advanced level. Get ready to pursue your passion for playing music as a profession as we nurture your musical development.

Course structure

The course runs over 12 months full-time. You can also study this programme on a part-time basis.

September - December (11 weeks)

Full-time students usually take two compulsory modules and up to two optional modules in the autumn term.

There are two hours of seminar time per module per week, with an emphasis on guided independent learning.

One-third of your degree is your solo recital. You begin planning this in the autumn term.

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Course information for prospective postgraduate students on our MA Music (Performance pathway) taught masters degree programme at the University of Birmingham.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

English Program Requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Career

Career opportunities

By studying a postgraduate degree in Music at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include the ability to problem-solve, think creatively, plus self-management and presentation skills.

Our Music graduates enter many roles, including:

Choral Director
Piano Tutor
Primary School Teacher

Employers our Music graduates have worked for include:

University of Birmingham and other universities internationally
Primary and secondary schools
Diocese of Leeds Music

The University is the top choice for the UK's major employers searching for graduate recruits [The Graduate Market in 2024, High Fliers report].
Receive one-to-one careers advice, including guidance on your job applications, writing your CV and improving your interview technique.
Meet employers face-to-face at on-campus recruitment fairs and employer presentations.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Careers and employability