MA in Music (by research): English Church Music

Our MA in Music (by research) is ideal for those individuals who would prefer to study independently through a research project, with guided supervision from an expert within their chosen field of research.Our links with York Minster and the presence of the Minster Library (with its extensive historic collections) makes the study of English Church Music through individually-focused study unique. Subjects ranging from music within the Sarum liturgy through to church music of the present day can be studied, and projects relating to the editing of church music are particularly encouraged.You should have a research proposal that sets out the topic and research techniques to be used. Examples may include the study of a particular institution, composer, period, style, or genre.

You should have a 2:1 or above in relevant university degree or approved equivalent qualification, or equivalent professional experience. English language requirements: IELTS 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in each component, TOEFL 79, with a minimum of 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.