General requirements

• Recognised honours primary degree (Level 8) in Music, or in which Music is a subject, with a minimum of Second Class Honours.

• OR
• Recognised honours primary degree (Level 8) in another discipline, with supporting evidence of competence in Music, such as Grade 8/Diploma in instrumental/vocal studies, Grade 5 theory (ABRSM), and vocal/choral experience appropriate to commencing a Level 9 programme.
• OR
• Practitioners in the fields of conducting composition and choral practice who do not meet these prerequisites will be invited to submit a curriculum vitae and details of competence in music (as above) and may be asked to participate in an interview.
• In the case of international applicants, having educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above.
• International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.