What will I learn?

Delivered in one of the musical capitals of the world, this highly personalised degree leads to advanced work in three areas: historical and cultural studies of music, performance from a range of traditions, and composition. Students interested in performance will benefit from our relationship with the Royal Academy of Music, while those interested in composition will enjoy our expert teaching and access to London’s rich contemporary music scene.The course introduces all students to a broad range of theoretical and historical approaches to music, and will develop essential skills in critical thinking, expression and research.**Key benefits**- Study a flexible course that will allow you to explore an unbeatable variety of music, from opera and jazz to Bollywood and Haydn.- Enjoy our strong links with the Royal Academy of Music and School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS)-all in the cultural heart of London.- Refine your musical skills by using our array of practice rooms overlooking the River Thames or joining some of the musical ensembles and societies at King’s.- Develop the key creative and analytical skills sought after by employers, opening the door to a vast range of career options in music and beyond - from music performance and opera direction to public relations, business management, fundraising, and broadcasting.- Broaden your student experience by spending a semester at one of our global partner institutions in Australia, Germany, Hong Kong, or the USA.- Choral and organ scholarships are available.Please see our online prospectus for further details on this programme: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/music-bmus