About Musicology Mmus in The University of Edinburgh
The MMus in Musicology takes a broad and contemporary approach to musical scholarship. It equips students with the context, skills and critical understanding necessary to undertake original research in this dynamic and increasingly interdisciplinary field.
You will be taught by leading academics whose research interests cover a wide range of approaches and genres, including:
- the cultural and material history of music
- music and politics
- popular music studies
- ethnomusicology
- music analysis
- music instrument research
- music and audiovisual media
- music psychology
- music sociology
- jazz studies
You will:
- develop specialised skills in researching and writing about music
- pursue, in greater depth, an area of special research interest
- join a large postgraduate community
- benefit from a vibrant research culture within the Reid School of Music, which has been a world leader in music research since 1838
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component.
- TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 20 in each component
- PTE Academic: total 70 with at least 59 in each component.
The University of Edinburgh Higlight
International Students |
27.3% |
Rank |
13 |
Location |
Edinburgh, Scotland |
Established |
1583 |
International Students |
14% |
University of Edinburgh Cost of Attendance
The annual cost of tuition at the University of Edinburgh ranges from £8,800 to $24,600. In the UK, there is also a cost of living. The annual cost of living can increase to £ 16828. Through the chart below, applicants can get a general idea of how much it will cost to attend the college:
Expense Type |
Yearly Cost (in INR) |
Tuition fee |
£ 18,800-24,600 |
Health Insurance |
£ 1125 |
Room and Board |
£ 12695 |
Books and supplies |
£ 799 |
Personal and Other expenses |
£ 1535 |