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University of Lincoln

Lincoln , England ,United Kingdom

MA Music

MA Music embraces the diversity of music scholarship, combining historical, ethnographic, analytical, critical, and practice-based approaches.

The programme is designed to pave the way for professional work in the music industries, developing skills that will help in a variety of music-based careers such as writing, performing, composing, and teaching, or in further research.

Through taught and practical modules, students can develop methods and skills to be applied to their field of interest which may encompass ethnomusicology, musicology, composition, and performance.

Students have the opportunity to participate in a series of research and practice-based talks where scholars and practitioners are invited to share their work. Past events have included Tower Talks, Critical Encounters, and the annual music conference.

Campus Information

Brayford Pool campus

Our stunning Brayford Pool campus is situated in the city centre with academic buildings, accommodation, shops, restaurants and cinema all within walking distance.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 14

Application Process

More information required
10 Days
Possible interview from institution
10 Days
Provisional/Unconditional offer
20 Days
Visa Process
10 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

MA Music at Lincoln aims to provide a deeper understanding of a range of subjects, and advance skills that will help build a career in music. Potential roles include writers, performers, composers, and teachers.

A career in the arts varies from arts administration to management, venue operation, and more. The critical skills developed during a Master’s degree demonstrate a high level of competency to future employers in many fields, and students who complete the programme may also wish to pursue further postgraduate research up to doctoral level.

PSW Opportunity

UK has announced 2 years PSW for 2021 graduates.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

First or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience.

We are looking for students who have completed a first degree and want to learn more, as well as those who have been working in the arts and would like to enrich their work with further study. We are happy to welcome applicants with a very defined area of specialism and those wishing to explore a broader area of topics. We look for enthusiasm and a commitment to pursue your next stage of study, wherever you are starting from. At interview we may ask to see some of your work or to hear about your experience.

Bangladesh

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications:

  • Successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.  A minimum of 65% overall, or a GPA of 3.5, is generally considered comparable to a 2:1. A minimum of 60% overall, or a GPA of 3.0, is generally considered comparable to a 2:2. 
  • Successful completion of a Master's degree from a recognized institution, preceded by a 3 year Bachelor's degree

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

India

Prospective students require a good Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution in India (or the UK) with a minimum grade of 50%.

English Language Requirements

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications:

  • A minimum of 70% in the Standard XII awarded by CISCE or CBSE (for courses requiring IELTS 6.0). These qualifications should usually have been completed no more than 5 years before enrolling at the University of Lincoln. However, this requirement will usually be waived for applicants who achieved the required High School English grade and subsequently completed a degree in their home country that was taught fully in English. An official letter from the previous institution, confirming that the degree was taught in English, may be required. 
  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

Nepal

Entry requirements vary depending on the course. Typically we require a good Bachelor (Hons) degree from a recognised institution with a minimum of 60% (4-year Bachelor degree).

English Language Requirements

Prospective students require the following qualifications:

  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score). Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.

Pakistan

Entry requirements for postgraduate (Master's degree) programs vary by course, although typically range from a GPA of 2.5 – 3.0 (out of 4) if you have studied at a Public university*.

Specific information on postgraduate entry requirements can be found on the individual program pages.

For comparison purposes, a GPA of 2.5 (out of 4) is the equivalent of a 2:2 honors degree. A GPA of 3.0 (out of 4) is the equivalent of a 2:1 honors degree.

English Language Requirements

  • English language requirements vary by program although typically range from IELTS 6.0 – 7.0 (or equivalent).

Students who do not meet the above English language requirements may be eligible for entry onto a Pre Sessional English and Academic Study Skills (PEASS) course.

Sri Lanka

Prospective students require a good Bachelors's degree from a recognized institution.

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each band score).  Please note that some courses require a higher IELTS score.