Postgraduate

Discover new ways of thinking, creating and engaging with the world. Our taught postgraduate programmes combine critical inquiry, creative practice and industry collaboration across arts, culture, media, music, philosophy, anthropology and emerging technologies. Courses are offered on a full-time basis over one year or part-time, spread over two years.

• MA in Film and Television

  Develop as both a filmmaker and a critical thinker through hands-on production, scholarly research and industry engagement. Work with expert academics and practitioners, access specialist facilities, and study in one of the UK's leading centres for film and television.
• MA in Composition of Music for Film and Television

  Train as a media composer in professional studio environments, gaining expertise in scoring for film, television, games and emerging media. Work on collaborative projects, learn from industry practitioners, and develop a portfolio showcasing your creative and technical abilities.
• MA in Music

  Tailor your music studies through specialist pathways in performance, composition and musicology. Develop advanced research and creative skills, explore diverse musical traditions, and complete a major project that reflects your interests, expertise and professional aspirations.
• MA in Philosophy

  Explore contemporary philosophy in depth through specialist pathways, expert teaching and original research. Build critical thinking and analytical skills, work closely with academic experts, and become part of a thriving and supportive postgraduate philosophy community.
• MA Anthropology

  Gain the research skills, practical experience and global perspective to address contemporary social and cultural challenges. Learn from leading anthropologists, undertake industry placements, and explore diverse issues through innovative research, fieldwork and community engagement opportunities.
• MA Immersive Arts (Virtual and Augmented Reality)

  Develop the creative and technical skills to design immersive experiences using VR, AR and mixed reality. Learn from leading experts, collaborate with industry partners, and transform your creative practice into innovative interactive content for a rapidly expanding global sector.

We welcome and encourage applications for postgraduate degrees by research. In addition to topics focusing on single research areas, we actively encourage interdisciplinary research that cuts across the spectrum of arts studies, or other intellectual disciplines in the Faculty of Arts and beyond. Joint supervision may be provided.

Research degrees can be taken in the following subjects:

• Anthropology and Archaeology
• Film and Television
• Music
• Philosophy
• Theatre and Performance