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Music (MA)

Cardiff University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Cardiff University - Cathays Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Challenge yourself academically and musically while tailoring the programme, and its rich opportunities, to meet your ambitions for the future. If you’re ready to push your musical expression, creativity and academic thinking to the next level, our MA in Music is for you. This flexible and diverse programme is perfect for those with a wide range of musical interests and ambitions. You’ll explore your passion in a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking community of musicians, educators, and researchers. Whether you're already experienced or looking to specialise, you can tailor your studies to focus on areas such as: Performance Music education Jazz and popular music Studio production Music and media Composition (notated and electronic) Orchestration and arranging Music research (historical and contemporary) With a strong emphasis on choice and personalisation, you’ll shape your own path through a variety of thematic modules. These encourage specialisation, interdisciplinary exploration, and a collaborative ethos. You’ll gain skills in music research, leadership, and public engagement, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the music industry and beyond. Our research-led environment will connect you with cutting-edge work from leading scholars - both within the university and from across the wider music world.

Application deadline

31/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 24,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

  • University League Table

    27th

  • Campus address

    Cardiff University - Cathays Park Campus, Park Place, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3AT, United Kingdom

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Cardiff University has a welcoming and vibrant international community, with over 7,500 students coming from more than 130 countries.
Cardiff is a truly global institution with more than 200 partnerships and formal research links worldwide, giving students access to unique opportunities.
A wide range of dedicated support services for international students, including pre-departure advice, airport pickups, personal tutor guidance and more.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Music

    17th out of 80 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    147 67%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    21st

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    21st

    9

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