Course summary
The MMus in Musicology takes a broad and contemporary approach to musical scholarship. It equips students with the context, skills and critical understanding necessary to undertake original research in this dynamic and increasingly interdisciplinary field. You will be taught by leading academics whose research interests cover a wide range of approaches and genres, including:
- the cultural and material history of music
- music and politics
- popular music studies
- ethnomusicology
- music analysis
- music instrument research
- music and audiovisual media
- music psychology
- music sociology
- jazz studies
- develop specialised skills in researching and writing about music
- pursue, in greater depth, an area of special research interest
- join a large postgraduate community
- benefit from a vibrant research culture within the Reid School of Music, which has been a world leader in music research since 1838
Modules
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Provider information
The University of Edinburgh
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