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PostgraduateMA

Music and the Environment

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Lerwick, Scotland
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15 monthsDuration
£8,010Per Year (Intl)
£20,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), the MA Music and the Environment provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in creative arts and design. Based in Lerwick, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 15-month full-time and part-time structure. What is special about this course? Creative artists make a significant contribution to the sustainability of the creative economy, particularly in rural communities. The MA Music and the Environment provides a foundation for musicians to develop new paths for creative, entrepreneurial and environmentally responsible endeavours. In addition, the course equips musicians to work within their own community, establishing effective and successful contributions to their local economy. International tuition fees are £8,010 per year, home/UK fees are £1,830 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £17,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

What is special about this course?
Special features
How long will my course last?
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementSpecial features Opportunity to work in one of the richest natural and cultural environments in the world, with leading musicians and experts, set in the heritage and historical context Chance to work on real-life work scenarios to develop new works, performances and enterprises in local settings across the Highlands and Islands You will gain key skills and expertise to form complex and compelling artistic works, with a clear understanding of relevant environmental factors You will acquire skill

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£8,010

per year

Total Course Cost (15 months)£16,020

Home Student Fee

£1,830

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 the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£15,000£20,000£23,000
3 years£13,000£17,500£21,000
5 years£15,000£21,000£27,000
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

85%Working
10%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Music and the Environment as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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