Music & Dance courses

University of Liverpool

Music Industry Studies MA in University of Liverpool

  • Duration : 1 Years
  • Intake : September
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 18,900 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 88
  • PTE : 62


About Music Industry Studies MA in University of Liverpool

Come and study with the pioneer of music industry studies at MA level within the UK.

This MA will give you an advanced and discerning knowledge of music industry practices, drawing on our international research and the experience of our tutors. On it you'll investigate current music industry practices in-depth.

The programme is taught alongside the MA in Classical Music Industry, which will broaden your theoretical understanding and opportunities for research. 

All postgraduates also have access to the department's programme of research seminars and performances.

Career prospects

Students from the taught postgraduate programmes in the department of Music have gone on to a wide range of careers, including various positions in the music industries, museums, arts administration, journalism, publishing, and teaching. PhDs in Music are in full-time lectureships around the world (e.g. Canada, Sweden). This programme has been recognised by the AHRC as appropriate training for advanced research, and prepares students for a level of further training equivalent to doctoral study.

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university with minimum first division (high second division from some universities).

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS:  6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
  • TOEFL iBT: 88 overall with 20-Listening, Writing, Reading, 22-Speaking.
  • PTE:  62 with minimum scores of 51 in each component.

University of Liverpool Highlights

University Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
Establishment Year 1881
Programs Offered 400+ UG & PG
International Students 7700+
Mode of Programs Full Time; Online
Academic Calendar Semester based
Undergraduate Tuition Fee 17,400 – 34,550 GBP
Postgraduate Tuition Fee 17,050 – 27,450 GBP
Financial Aid Scholarships Available

University of Liverpool Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The estimated fee and cost of living per year for international students is tabulated below:

Expenses Undergraduate (GBP) Postgraduate (GBP)
Tuition 17,400 – 34,550 17,050 – 27,450
Accommodation 4,500 – 7,200 4,500 – 7,200
Travel (bus/trains/taxis) 0 – 720 0 – 720
Food 450 – 3,600 450 – 3,600
Mobile phone 45 – 270 45 – 270
Leisure/entertainment 270 – 1,800 270 – 1,800
Study costs (books, photocopying) 90 - 180 90 – 180
Laundry 0 - 180 0 – 180
Household bills 0 - 720 0 – 720
Gym membership 135 - 270 135 – 270
Total 22,890 – 49,490 22,540 – 42,390

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
Student Visa in UK Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
Intakes in UK There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
Top Job Sectors in UK IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc.
Economy in UK Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 18,900

Total

£ 18,900