Music at Manchester
Congratulations on your offer to study Music!
We combine specialist education in practical music making with a comprehensive academic programme to give you a truly well-rounded musical education. Your learning will also be underpinned by our reputation for innovation.
We are the #1 ranked Music department in the UK (Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2020).
We host over 100 concerts, performances, seminars and events each year.
Discover Music at Manchester
Learn about the course structure and extra-curricular opportunities
Your next steps
Accept your offer
Received all of your offers? You can accept your place at university now via UCAS Track.
Your questions answered
We're supporting you through the application process by answering your frequently asked questions.
Chat to a student
Discover what it's like to study at Manchester by talking to a current student online.
Prepare for university
Start looking into your accommodation options, and understand your next steps in applying for student finance.
Careers and employability
Make your mark at Manchester
Our degrees are designed to prepare you for what comes next.
Whether you go on to further study, a career in the arts, or a totally different industry, our courses will equip you with the skills you need after your degree, and beyond.
Performance culture
Take a deeper dive into composition and performance at The University of Manchester.
Find out more: about composition and performance at The University of Manchester
Meet the graduates
Hear from recent graduates of the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures (SALC).
Placement year
Apply your subject-specific knowledge in a real-world context.
Find out more: about work placement opportunities in your third year of study
Learning and support
Your learning experience
Blended learning
We've worked hard to ensure our students have a rich learning experience despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Many of the things that make our Music courses distinctive are still in place, challenging you to explore new theories and practice.
Facilities at Manchester
Dedicated performance and rehearsal spaces.
Find out more about the facilities and resources Music students have access to at the University.
A day in the life
BLOG: Music student Alex outlines a day in the life of blended learning.
Closer Look: Ensemble Studies
Get a taste for Music at Manchester by taking a closer look at one of our modules, Ensemble Studies.
Amazing facilities
VIRTUAL TOUR: Take a virtual tour of our purpose-built performance facility, the Martin Harris Centre.
Take tour: a virtual tour around the Martin Harris Centre's performance facilities
Student support
A welcoming environment
Music at Manchester has an active community that welcomes students from all over the world.
You’ll make friends through your course and music society activities, and get support in your studies from older students through our peer-assisted student support scheme.
Covid-19 and your course
Providing high quality education
We know the last few months have been challenging and uncertain for us all.
Whatever happens next, you can rest assured that we'll adjust to any changes to public health guidelines while still providing a quality learning environment.
Contact us
Get in touch
Our admissions staff are here to answer any questions you have.
Email: ug-music@manchester.ac.uk
Social media
Twitter: @UoMusic
Your course
Courses within this subject area
Remind yourself how much your course at Manchester has to offer you.
Courses
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Joint courses
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