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Full time | University Park Campus | 4 years | DEC-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

4 years

Start date

DEC-24

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Music Composition

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Research overview

A superb opportunity to develop your own portfolio of compositions in a professional and supportive environment. We welcome a broad range of styles and approaches.

There are many

  • opportunities to perform your own work
  • , or have them played and recorded by others, both within the University and the wider city.

    Research areas

    We have particular strengths in four core areas.

    Music, space and place

    • Music and musical culture in a specific time and place
    • Transnational and transcultural exchange
    • Urban geographies and mobility

    Music-text-image

    • How music interacts with other art forms
    • Applying and developing methodologies from other disciplines

    Musical creativity and community

    • Musical creativity
    • Development of communities and networks

    Music, politics and identity

    • How music has contributed to local, national and international political change
    • How music shapes individual identities

    Careers

    Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    UK fees
    Course fees for UK students

    For this course (per year)

    £5,100

    International fees
    Course fees for EU and international students

    For this course (per year)

    £21,500

    Entry requirements

    Masters degree in a relevant subject or equivalent research experience. If your Masters is in a subject other than music you must demonstrate a suitable level of aptitude. Provide three scores, with recordings if available. At least one work must be for a large ensemble.

    University information

    The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more

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