Course summary
At Sussex, we define music technologies in the widest sense – from instrument making, to studio production, to development of new musical forms in new media such as augmented realities or virtual worlds. If you’re interested in the study, development and performance of new musical technologies, this is the place for you. You’ll:
- produce a portfolio of original creative work that advances practice and knowledge of music technologies
- write a 20,000-40,000-word dissertation demonstrating original research. Your dissertation will highlight ways in which your practice makes a substantial contribution to
- knowledge or understanding in your chosen field, and acknowledges existing scholarship and artistic practices.
How to apply
International applicants
**Applying for USA Federal Student Aid?** If any part of your funding, at any time, is through USA federal Direct Loan funds, you will be registered on a separate version of this degree which does not include the possibility of distance learning which is prohibited under USA federal regulations.
Entry requirements
You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. Your qualification should be in a subject related to your chosen area of research. You will also be considered for this degree if you don’t have the academic qualifications required, but can show evidence of equivalent professional experience. If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
**Fees for self-funding students**
Fees are not yet set for the academic year 2023/24 – check back from September 2022. Note that your fees, once they’re set, may be subject to an increase on an annual basis.
**Applying for USA Federal Student Aid?**
If any part of your funding, at any time, is through USA federal Direct Loan funds, you will be registered on a separate version of this degree which does not include the possibility of distance learning which is prohibited under USA federal regulations.
Sponsorship information
**Funded projects and scholarships** Our aim is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to despite financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique individuals. Don’t miss out on scholarships – check the specific application deadlines for funding opportunities. Note that funded projects aren’t available for all our PhDs. Details of our scholarships are not yet set for entry in the academic year 2023/24. **Applying for USA Federal Student Aid?** If any part of your funding, at any time, is through USA federal Direct Loan funds, you will be registered on a separate version of this degree which does not include the possibility of distance learning which is prohibited under USA federal regulations.
Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH