Best music universities in uk

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Over 60 top universities in the UK offer different undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs in music and its specialisations. Various top-ranked universities fall under the category of best music universities in UK.

Ranked 3rd by THE in 2024, the University of Cambridge is known for its in-depth courses in Music where students get to understand the history, basics and effects of music. One can pursue Bachelor’s, M.Phil and PhD courses in music with an annual tuition fee of INR 35 Lakhs.

University College London ranked 6th by THE is one of the best music universities in UK. They offer a one-year master’s program in music education where students get to work with experts in the field and delve into intricate substreams. Applicants are expected to hold a bachelor’s degree in music or related fields along with a strong portfolio.

One who wants to delve into acoustics and music technology can opt for a course at the University of Edinburgh. With an annual tuition fee of INR 34 Lakhs, the students get to develop tools, software and techniques for the upcoming new trends in music over the period of four years.

Some of the other best music universities in UK include King’s College London, the University of Manchester, the University of Bristol, the University of Birmingham, the University of Sheffield and many more. With an annual tuition fee of INR 25 Lakhs to 35 Lakhs the universities impart immense knowledge that helps students shine in the field of music.

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--	University of Cambridge, Cambridge 7.7(Based on 7 User Reviews)England, UK21%Acceptance Rate	M.Phil Music Course duration: 9 months Exams Accepted: TOEFL100 View 2 Other Programs	Tuition: (£33,082/Yr)$45.3K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University College London, London 8.3(Based on 13 User Reviews)England, UK25%Acceptance Rate	M.A Music Education Course duration: 1 year Exams Accepted: IELTS6.0PTE59 Programs	Tuition: (£28,100/Yr)$38.5K/Yr Living: (£20,058/Yr)$27.5K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	King's College London, London 8.3(Based on 26 User Reviews)England, UK13%Acceptance Rate	M.Mus Course duration: 1 year Exams Accepted: IELTS7.0PTE69 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£28,443/Yr)$39K/Yr Living: (£15,636/Yr)$21.4K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh 9.0(Based on 30 User Reviews)Scotland, UK11%Acceptance Rate	B.S Acoustics and Music Technology Course duration: 4 years Exams Accepted: IELTS6.5PTE65 Programs	Tuition: (£38,900/Yr)$53.3K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
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--	The University of Manchester, Manchester 8.7(Based on 38 User Reviews)England, UK51%Acceptance Rate	B.Mus Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: SAT1290IELTS6.5PTE42 View 2 Other Programs	Tuition: (£32,000/Yr)$43.8K/Yr Living: (£8,580/Yr)$11.8K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Bristol, Bristol 9.3(Based on 17 User Reviews)England, UK12%Acceptance Rate	M.A Music with Innovation Course duration: 4 years Exams Accepted: IELTS6.0PTE59 View 7 Other Programs	Tuition: (£29,688/Yr)$40.7K/Yr Living: (£9,720/Yr)$13.3K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Birmingham, Birmingham 8.0(Based on 27 User Reviews)England, UK13%Acceptance Rate	B.Mus Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: SAT1280TOEFL80PTE51 View 2 Other Programs	Tuition: (£22,693/Yr)$31.1K/Yr Living: (£8,694/Yr)$11.9K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Leeds, Leeds 8.7(Based on 56 User Reviews)England, UK56.67%Acceptance Rate	M.A Music and Management Course duration: 1 year Exams Accepted: Duolingo110IELTS6.5PTE64 View 6 Other Programs	Tuition: (£33,393/Yr)$45.7K/Yr Living: (£2,832/Yr)$3.9K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Sheffield, Sheffield 9.3(Based on 26 User Reviews)England, UK85%Acceptance Rate	B.Mus Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: TOEFL80PTE56 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£25,540/Yr)$35K/Yr Living: (£8,012/Yr)$11K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Nottingham, Nottingham 9.7(Based on 26 User Reviews)England, UK11%Acceptance Rate	B.A Music and Music Technology Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: IELTS6.5PTE71 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£33,000/Yr)$45.2K/Yr Living: (£8,533/Yr)$11.7K/Yr Check Admission Requirements

--	Queen Mary, University of London, London 7.3(Based on 25 User Reviews)England, UK44%Acceptance Rate	M.Sc Sound and Music Computing with Industrial Experience Course duration: 2 years Exams Accepted: TOEFL92PTE71 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£33,350/Yr)$45.7K/Yr Living: (£6,571/Yr)$9K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne 7.3(Based on 19 User Reviews)England, UK87%Acceptance Rate	M.Phil Music Course duration: 1 year Exams Accepted: Duolingo135IELTS7.0PTE76 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£23,250/Yr)$31.9K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	Durham University, Durham 9.3(Based on 6 User Reviews)England, UK83%Acceptance Rate	B.A Music Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: TOEFL90 View 2 Other Programs	Tuition: (£26,417/Yr)$36.2K/Yr Living: (£11,436/Yr)$15.7K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	Cardiff University, Cardiff 9.7(Based on 22 User Reviews)Wales, UK20%Acceptance Rate	M.A Music Course duration: 1 year Exams Accepted: GRE302IELTS6.5PTE42 View 12 Other Programs	Tuition: (£23,527/Yr)$32.2K/Yr Living: (£8,670/Yr)$11.9K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of York, York 5.7(Based on 12 User Reviews)England, UK79%Acceptance Rate	M.Phil Music Technology Course duration: 2 years Exams Accepted: Duolingo120TOEFL87PTE60 View 15 Other Programs	Tuition: (£24,656/Yr)$33.8K/Yr Living: (£7,657/Yr)$10.5K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	Queen's University Belfast, Belfast 9.0(Based on 14 User Reviews)Northern Ireland, UK35%Acceptance Rate	B.S Audio Engineering Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: Duolingo110IELTS6PTE64 Programs	Tuition: (£20,800/Yr)$28.5K/Yr Living: (£160/Yr)$219.2/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Sussex, Brighton 8.3(Based on 9 User Reviews)England, UK34%Acceptance Rate	B.A Music Technology Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: Duolingo110IELTS6.0PTE59 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£23,500/Yr)$32.2K/Yr Living: (£6,406/Yr)$8.8K/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen 9.0(Based on 6 User Reviews)Scotland, UK32%Acceptance Rate	M.A Computing and Music Course duration: 4 years Exams Accepted: IELTS6.0PTE54 View 7 Other Programs	Tuition: (£21,175/Yr)$29K/Yr Living: (£127/Yr)$173.99/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	University of Surrey, Guildford 9.3(Based on 16 User Reviews)England, UK65%Acceptance Rate	B.A Creative Music Technology Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: Duolingo120TOEFL88PTE59 View 4 Other Programs	Tuition: (£22,760/Yr)$31.2K/Yr Living: (£266/Yr)$364.42/Yr Check Admission Requirements
--	City, University of London, London 5.8(Based on 1 User Reviews)England, UK12%Acceptance Rate	B.S Music, Sound and Technology Course duration: 3 years Exams Accepted: IELTS6.0PTE68 View 1 Other Program	Tuition: (£15,024/Yr)$20.6K/Yr Living: (£21,000/Yr)$28.8K/Yr Check Admission Requirements