Course summary
What is special about this course? This course is suitable for those involved in creating (composition, songwriting and production) or studying music, and who wish to expand their current field of expertise. The MMus Music will introduce you to the fundamental principles of text-based, or practice-led research in popular and contemporary music. It provides unique and creative approaches to composition, songwriting, production and musicology, valuing musical creativity and innovation, musical diversity and intellectual curiosity. The course will help strengthen your ability to utilise independent learning whilst developing original and creative responses to problems and current complex issues. You will have the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge of your chosen research area through pathway and optional modules. You may also have the opportunity to attend conferences, gigs and networking events. Special features ◾The programme offers two pathways: ◾Music: Popular and Contemporary Music Practices pathway ◾Music: Popular and Contemporary Music Studies pathway ◾You will gain the key skills and expertise to enable you to make an effective contribution to the creative industries How long will my course last? ◾Full-time: 18 months ◾Part-time: 3 years
How to apply
International applicants
Students will need Student Route visa sponsorship to study on the UK. Part-time study is not open to international students requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK. English language requirements Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening) or Other Secure English Language Test recognised by UK Visas and Immigration Visa arrangements All students seeking to enter the UK to study are responsible for obtaining the relevant visa entitlements. UHI will issue Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to enable visa applications to be made
Entry requirements
◾2.1 honours degree or above in music or a related subject (or equivalent) ◾You will also be required to attend an interview, with recent examples of your work ◾Exceptionally, candidates without academic qualifications but with relevant experience may be considered for interview based on the submission of a portfolio of recent work or work-in-progress
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
UHI House
Old Perth Road
Inverness
IV2 3JH