Music and Sound PhD

Program Overview

The MA by Research in Music and Sound at the University of Gloucestershire offers students the opportunity to conduct in-depth research through creative practice or written thesis, specializing in areas such as music production, ecomusicology, and immersive audio. The program provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert supervision, preparing graduates for careers in research, academia, and the music industry.

Program Outline

Extracted Information from Music and Sound MA by Research program at the University of Gloucestershire:

Degree Overview:

Objective:

To provide students with an opportunity to conduct extended research through creative practice or a written thesis, contributing to existing knowledge and practices in the Music and Sound field.

Description:

• This research-based program allows students to specialize in various areas, including:
• Ageing in popular music
• Music production
• Music and film/TV/games
• Ecomusicology/music and sustainability
• Music and screen media
• Immersive and spatial audio
• Students can choose between a two-year full-time or three-year part-time MA by Research pathway.

Outline:

Program content and structure

• Students can pursue two research approaches:
• Practice-based:
Develop a creative project with a short accompanying thesis.
• Musicological/theoretical: Develop a written thesis of 80,000 words.
• Access to Music and Sound production facilities at Park Campus, including studios, labs, immersive audio environments.
• Encouragement to contribute and showcase work in seminars, workshops, conferences, training events.

Assessment:

The program utilizes assessment methods:

• 1,000-word proposal outlining proposed research topic (submitted for School's approval).
• Regular progress meetings and reviews with supervisors.
• Examination of final creative output (practice-based) or completed written thesis (musicological/theoretical), along with oral examination/defense.

Teaching:

• Research supervision provided by faculty with expertise in relevant topics and/or research methodologies.
• Opportunities to interact and learn from colleagues in research seminars, symposia, conferences.
• Collaboration possibilities with peers in the School of Creatives, offering a rich learning environment.

Careers:

• Program prepares graduates for various career paths:
• Research and academia (lectureship, PhD studies)
• Music-specific industries (production, composition, game-design sound, film and media scoring)
• Graduates develop research, critical thinking, communication, project management skills valuable in numerous professions.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK Fees:

• £5,100 per year

International Fees: