PostgraduatePart-time

Music PhD

University of SurreyUnited Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
4 years | 8 years
Mode
Part-time
Subject
Music
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
OCT 2026

Overview

We are a highly respected authority in musical research and sound technology at Surrey. Thanks to our renowned expertise in musicology, performance, and composition, and the prestige of the Institute of Sound Recording, we can count many household names in entertainment, audio technology and the recording industry among our partners, collaborators, and alumni.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a good honours degree and usually an MA in a relevant arts subject or appropriate professional experience.

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 6

IELTS Academic: 6.5 or above (or equivalent) with 6.0 in each individual category.

Fees

International students: £24,300 per year

UK students: £5,238 per year

UK/Home: £5,238 per year

International: £24,300 per year

Start dates

October 2026

Application deadline

Overseas

Overseas: Sunday 11 October 2026

Overseas: Friday 15 January 2027

Overseas: Sunday 18 April 2027

Campus

  • University of Surrey, Guildford, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

Guildford, South East, United Kingdom

Study in GuildfordSouth East

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