Graduate Admissions

 

Faculty of Music

Courses with Taught Elements

MPhil in Music Studies

Length and dates of course:
October to September (12 months)
Application deadline:
20 January
Academic requirement:
High 2.1 honours degree (average of 67 or greater)
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: MUM4

The MPhil in Music Studies is an integrated programme with tracks in Musicology; Theory, analysis and criticism; Ethnomusicology; Jazz, popular and media music; Performance. studies; Music and science; and Composition. Teaching is through supervisions and seminars, and assessment is by course work and an extended project. Further information
Faculty of Music Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs Additional fees Students taking the Ethnomusicology track of the MPhil may opt to carry out fieldwork, in which case you are strongly advised to make an additional financial provision of up to £1,000. Students taking the Performance Studies track of the MPhil may opt to take a Recital option, in which case you will be required to pay for instrumental or vocal lessons at an approximate additional cost of £1,200. Funding Details The Faculty of Music has a limited amount of funding for which current graduate students may apply to assist in their research. Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references writing/composition samples: one or two samples of your recent work if you are applying in composition or wish to take the recital option, please also include audio recordings. If you are applying in an area other than composition, an outline in approximately 250 words of your proposed dissertation topic
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference (if you wish to be considered for funding from the Cambridge Trusts) writing/composition samples: one or two samples of your recent work if you are applying in composition or wish to take the recital option, please also include audio recordings. If you are applying in an area other than composition, an outline in approximately 250 words of your proposed dissertation topic
How To Apply
Further information
Faculty of Music - How to apply

MMus in Choral Studies

Length and dates of course:
October to July (10 months)
Application deadline:
20 January
Academic requirement:
High 2.1 honours degree (average of 67 or greater)
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: MUSM

The M. Mus. aims to train musicians in the art of choral conducting; to instruct them in diverse aspects of the history and practice of choral music, with particular reference to theology and liturgy; to provide the opportunity to learn the technical skills required to work with historic repertoires and to develop organ playing skills as both soloist and accompanist; to offer direct access to, and the experience of working alongside, the daily activities of the leading College choirs of the University. Further information
Faculty of Music Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs Funding Details The Faculty of Music has a limited amount of funding for which current graduate students may apply to assist in their research. Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference one reference that addresses your relevant practical experience short video recording which shows you conducting and rehearsing a choir or vocal ensemble
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference one reference that addresses your relevant practical experience transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference (if you wish to be considered for funding from the Cambridge Trusts) short video recording which shows you conducting and rehearsing a choir or vocal ensemble
How To Apply
Further information
Faculty of Music - How to apply

 

Research Programmes

PhD

Application deadline:
Candidates are encouraged to submit applications by 20 January
Academic requirement:
High pass, distinction, or equivalent in Masters' degree from a UK university, or equivalent non-UK qualification
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: MU21
Fee rate: Arts

Graduate research in the Faculty of Music is centred on individual scholarly activity in fields such as historical musicology, analysis, ethnomusicology, performance studies and music cognition. Doctoral students work in close contact with one or more leading researchers in their field as well as participating in programmes of skills training and colloquia; there are also opportunities to gain experience in teaching. The overwhelming majority of graduate students in the Faculty are undertaking research that is directly connected with the special research interests of members of the Faculty. Intending applicants are strongly advised to make contact with a prospective supervisor prior to making a formal application in order to discuss the feasibility of their proposed research. Further information
Research for the degree of PhD Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references one or two samples of recent work 600-800 word research proposal
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference (if you wish to be considered for funding from the Cambridge Trusts) one or two samples of recent work 600-800 word research proposal
How To Apply
Further information
Faculty of Music - How to apply


Head of Department: Dr Martin Ennis
Academic Staff: 14
Postdoctoral researchers: 8
Graduate Students: 60
Undergraduate Students: 200

Website: www.mus.cam.ac.uk

Key Research Areas:
Historical Musicology
Composition
Ethnomusicology
Science and Music
Performance Studies