MA in Music
Open University
Key Information
Campus location
Online United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 7,080 *
Application deadline
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Introduction
You must complete your study by 31 December 2025.
This fascinating introduction to the methods and materials used for music research will suit professionals working in a wide range of music-related settings and is also applicable if you have a leisure interest in music. Your studies will be based in the digital humanities using creative technologies to develop your research skills and critically analyse a variety of musical sources. You'll encounter a number of musical topics, themes and repertoires from different periods and styles – as you engage with Western, non-Western and popular music – and will be able to tailor your studies according to your musical interests.
Key features of the course
- Introduces essential music research skills
- Explores a range of sources including text, music criticism and performance
- Investigates different musical styles and genres from across the world
- Concludes with a dissertation on a subject of your choice
Program Outcome
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Curriculum
Course details
To gain the 180 credits you require for this qualification, you must study the modules in the order shown below and have passed part 1 before progressing to part 2:
- MA Music part 1 (A873)
- MA Music part 2 (A874)
Or 180 credits from the discontinued modules A870, A871 and A877 if you started before 2014.
Please note that MA Music part 2 (A874) is worth 120 credits. Module fees for postgraduate modules are based on the number of credits you study. Therefore the fee for this 120-credit postgraduate module will be double that for the 60-credit module MA Music part 1 (A873).
You should note that the University’s unique study rule applies to this qualification. This means that you must include at least 60 credits from OU modules that have not been counted in any other OU qualification that has previously been awarded to you.