What will I learn?

Students studying for a research degree concentrate on pursuing an independent research project devised in consultation with their supervisors. Musicologists and ethnomusicologists write a large-scale dissertation, composers produce a portfolio of original compositions accompanied by a critical commentary, and performers give a recital accompanied by a critical commentary. You will work under the guidance of an expert supervisory team and your progress will be reviewed periodically to support you in bringing the project to a successful conclusion.

Which department am I in?

Music

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£25,500.00 (27,78,383) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Durham University

The Palatine Centre,

Stockton Rd,

Durham,

County Durham,

DH1 3LE, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£25,500.00 (27,78,383) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

April 2027

Venue

Durham University

The Palatine Centre,

Stockton Rd,

Durham,

County Durham,

DH1 3LE, Northern England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

PhD applicants are expected to have achieved (or to be likely to achieve) a good pass (a merit or distinction) in a Taught Masters, or to have gained a Research Masters degree, specialising in an area broadly related to their proposed doctoral research topic.

These requirements may be waived in exceptional circumstances, when applicants can demonstrate that they have acquired the knowledge and skills required by another means (e.g. relevant professional experience).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.