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Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate
University of Aberdeen · Postgraduate
£8,000scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
1 yearDuration
£23,000Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
The MMus Music at University of Aberdeen is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The MMus in Music capitalises on research strength within the department of music and is intended for composers (vocal, instrumental, or electronic), performers, sonic artists, musicologists, music education and community music practitioners with a specific interest in an area of musical study. Our MMus students can design their study by selecting one or two study concentrations from six paths: Community Music, Composition, Music Education, Musicology, Performance, and Sonic Arts. Applicants must confirm in their application which area(s) they wish to specialise in. At the cent... International tuition fees are £23,000 per year, home/UK fees are £11,100 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Extended Research Project
Research Methods in Music Studies
Contemporary Musicology and Analysis
Advanced Composition and Creative Practice
Performance Practice and Interpretation
Sonic Arts and Digital Music
Music in Community and Educational Contexts
Specialisation Pathway Seminar
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry Requirements Candidates must normally have a degree at 2(ii) or above, or equivalent qualification or proven experience in Music. References are not required for applicants to apply. They are not usually required for a decision to be made but in certain cases, applicants may be asked to provide a single academic reference at the request of the academic selector. An example of work relevant to the applicant’s study path is required with the application. Anyone applying for more than one stu |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,000
per year
Total Course Cost (12 months)£23,000
Home Student Fee
£11,100
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Aberdeen
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £15,500 | £24,000 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £16,500 | £20,500 | £29,000 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £25,500 | £32,500 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
75%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate
University of Aberdeen · Postgraduate
£8,000scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
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