2:1 or equivalent in Music or another relevant discipline. We will also consider your application if you have a 2:2 honours degree and relevant professional experience.
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
IELTS, 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each component
C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, 169, minimum 162 in each component
Duolingo, 100, minimum 90 in all other components
LanguageCert, B2 Communicator High Pass with 33/50 in each component
PTE Academic, 55, minimum 51 in each component
TOEFL, 79, minimum 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing
Trinity ISE III, Pass in all components
Whatever your specialism, this pathway gives you the opportunity for in-depth research into the aspects of performance which interest you most.
You'll work with academics and teachers with extensive knowledge in a wide range of repertoire, allowing you to explore your chosen area of study in depth. Regular workshops and performance opportunities will provide valuable feedback and allow you to expand your repertoire and improve your performance skills and understanding of musical style.
Previous students have gone on to professional performing careers or to further study on performance courses. This pathway is also an excellent preparation for students wanting to progress to research degrees in performance.
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Modules
Projects I and II
As part of the modules Project I and Project II, you’ll attend a weekly seminar related to your pathway. If you want to specialise in the performance practice, style, and repertoire of 1550 – 1840, you will attend a pathway seminar that deals specifically with these themes. If your interests lie after 1840, we can create a bespoke pathway to suit your needs. Whatever your specialist interests, however, you are welcome and encouraged to attend all relevant classes, including any suitable undergraduate modules.
Performance seminars which concentrate on issues that affect all performers are held on a weekly basis throughout the course.
At the end of the first two modules you’ll produce a guided submission; these take the form of 25-30 minute recitals with accompanying commentaries. The assessments for these two commentaries are submitted as part the Critical Reflection module.
Throughout these modules you’ll receive advice, support and feedback from your academic supervisor. You’ll have the freedom to submit work on areas that interest you - our courses our designed to allow maximum flexibility and independence.
Project III
Project III is an extended individual project. For Performance Practice, this will take the form of a 40-45 minute recital along with a 1,000-1,500 word commentary.
Recent recital programmes have included:
Bach oboe and violin concerti
Handel trio sonatas
Gamba solos and duets by Marais and cello solos by Handel, Telemann, Fiocco
Organ solos by Bach, Couperin, Clérambault
Purcell theatre songs
Critical Reflection in Musical Practice
Critical Reflection in Musical Practice runs throughout the year. In this module you’ll develop sophisticated ways to articulate critical and reflective outlooks on your creative work, culminating in a presentation to fellow pathway students.
Arts administrator
Music teacher
Freelance solo performer
Member of an orchestra
Member of a choir
Private music tutor
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year