1. Royal Northern College of Music RNCM
  2. Program
  3. Masters
  4. Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

3 Years On Campus Masters Program

Royal Northern College of Music RNCM

Program Overview

The RNCM offers the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Degrees are awarded by Manchester Metropolitan University for a collaborative programme of research, undertaken and supervised at RNCM. There are five specialist pathways:Performance — including performance practice and practice-as-researchComposition — in a variety of media and genresMusicology — including the historical, analytical and cultural study of musicMusic Psychology and cognate disciplines — including both quantitative and qualitative research in the fields of expert music performance and training.Music Education and pedagogy — including the philosophy, history, practice and theory of music educationA full-time PhD degree usually takes three years. UK students can also take the degree part-time, in all pathways, over six years.

Program Key Stats

£16700
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Eligibility Criteria


Additional Information & Requirements

Applicants for the research degrees programme (MPhil or PhD) at RNCM are normally expected to hold a good master's degree in a relevant subject, having undertaken research training and produced a dissertation and/or a portfolio of compositions or performances.

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