MusM Composition (Electroacoustic Music and Interactive Media)

Program Overview

This MusM Composition (Electroacoustic Music and Interactive Media) program cultivates composers proficient in using technology and audio-media. The program leverages cutting-edge facilities in a thriving music city and prepares students for careers in technology-based composition or doctoral study in electroacoustic composition. The University of Manchester ranks among the UK's top five for Music (Complete University Guide 2022).

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program, MusM Composition (Electroacoustic Music and Interactive Media), is a Master of Music degree designed for students interested in pursuing a career as a composer working with technology and audio-media or a PhD in electroacoustic composition. The program emphasizes learning in state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated electroacoustic studio complex. It also highlights the opportunity to study in a city with a vibrant music scene, boasting more professional music-making than any UK city outside of London. The University of Manchester is ranked among the Top 5 UK Universities for Music (Complete University Guide 2022).

Careers:

The program prepares students for careers as composers working with technology and audio-media. It also provides a foundation for pursuing a PhD in electroacoustic composition.

Other:

The program is offered on a full-time basis.

Fees

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2024, the tuition fees are as follows: MusM (full-time) UK students (per annum): £12,500 International, including EU, students (per annum): £26,000 MusM (part-time) UK students (per annum): £6,250 International, including EU, students (per annum): £13,000