Master of Arts [M.A] (Music)
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #126 out of 601 by THE Global Ranking 2025
$26,994 /Yr
£20,450 /Yr
- Master of Arts in Music at Cardiff University is a 1-year program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is an opportunity to develop a specialism in performance, composition, or music studies.
- Students have to successfully complete a total of 180 credits.
- The program is consists of 3 pathways in which students have to choose one:
- Performance
- Composition
- Music Studies
- Modules taken vary according to the area of study chosen. All include basic music training via Research Skills and two core modules that are taken in the Autumn term.
- The modules are Disciplining Music (Music Studies pathway) and Music Leadership and Public Engagement (Performance and Composition pathways).
- The teaching is delivered by internationally-recognized experts in Performance, Composition, and Music Studies.
- Students have to attend regular workshops, seminars, and masterclasses given by visiting composers, musicologists, and performers.
- The teaching of academic modules is delivered primarily through seminars and small-group tutorials.
- Cardiff University is one of the UK's liveliest musical capitals, with a national opera company, and several professional orchestras and choirs.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $26994 (GBP 20450) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $19800 (GBP 15000) |
| Total Cost | $19800 (GBP 15000) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $32147 (GBP 24354) |
Important Dates
Admissions take place on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend you apply as early as possible.
Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of a student's experience and skills.
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOFEL, PTE, etc.
Arts 126 out of 601 in Global Ranking
( #21 out of 79 in UK 2025)
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities for the students are:
- Music producer
- Music therapist
- Musician
- Private music teacher
- Secondary school teacher
- Sound designer
- Sound engineer
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