Music Study Guide 2025/26
What you can study
You will be taught by internationally recognised musicologists and composers and by a team of professional instrumental and vocal tutors. We bring the latest research and expertise of our staff directly into the classroom. We offer a vast range of performance opportunities both within the university, and beyond, through the partnerships we have with people, organisations, schools, churches, festivals and venues in Bristol and the region.
You will find units on:
- musicology
- composition
- performance
- diverse styles and genres
Pre-requisites
Musical literacy is expected for Music Department units. If in doubt, contact Dr Justin Williams, current Study Abroad Academic Director for Music.
Year 1
Pre-requisites: suitable for Music majors or those with prior study of the subject at university
Teaching Block 1
Teaching Block 2
Year 2
Pre-requisites: suitable for Music majors or those with prior study of the subject at university
Teaching Block 1
- Approaches to Music History I - MUSI20142
- Compositional Strategy - MUSI20047
- Music and Sex - MUSI20111
- Writing for Orchestra - MUSI20141
Teaching Block 2
Year 3
Pre-requisites: strong background of study in the discipline.
Teaching Block 1
Teaching Block 2
Application queries
Contact the Centre for Study Abroad inbound team if you have any queries about the application process for the study abroad programmes:
Phone: +44 117 39 40207
Email: cfsa-inbound@bristol.ac.uk
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