Overview

The Music (Performance) MMus course offered by the University of Southampton gives you the opportunity to specialise in various elements of the field. On this course, you'll study:

the technique, history and repertoire of your instrument or voice

principles and presentation skills of performance

key skills in music performance and research

key skills in performance teaching

Our academic staff and music teachers are internationally noted performers with active solo and ensemble careers, as well as established composers and musicologists. These world-leading experts can offer you intensive one-to-one tuition in performance and additional training to make you a stronger, better informed professional who will be heard in today's music world.

We offer a broad-based MMus programme with 4 specialist pathways:

Performance

Musicology

Music Education

Composition

On the Performance pathway, you’ll work towards the final goal of a professional recital. We’ll work with you to create a portfolio that’s relevant to your career aspirations. Once you graduate, you’ll be ready to:

continue your research at a doctoral level

work in the music industry or wider cultural sector

become a teacher

work as a freelance musician

You can mix your Performance modules with topics from other MMus pathways to develop a wider range of skills and personalise the course to your interests.

Career Opportunities

The employability and enterprise skills you'll gain from this course are reflected in the Southampton skills model. When you join us you'll be able to use our skills model to track, plan, and benefit your career development and progress.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Artists and Repertoires

Composition Portfolio

Critical Practice in Musicology

Final Recital

Musicology Dissertation

Preparation for Final Project

Professional Writing and Presentation Skills

Recital

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-19 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-02 00:00:00 , National

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We advise applying early as applications may close before the expected deadline if places are filled.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Music Music Performance View 62 other Masters in Music Performance in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You’ll need a 2:2 degree in music or a related subject.
For the performance pathway, you'll need to submit video samples of your performance. These should be 2 to 3 pieces running for a total of 15 to 20 minutes, and show your technical proficiency and interpretative ability. These should also display a coherent artistic approach.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28700 GBP / year

≈ 28700 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

10400 GBP / year

≈ 10400 GBP / year

Living costs

Southampton

United Kingdom

697 - 1093 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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