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MA Music Management
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MA in Music Management program at The University of Sheffield is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary course designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the music industry and its management principles. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, equipping graduates with the skills to navigate the dynamic and ever-evolving music business landscape.
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Music Industry Fundamentals: The curriculum covers essential topics in the music industry, including music business models, copyright, licensing, and distribution.
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Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Strategies: Students explore A&R strategies and talent scouting, understanding how artists are discovered and developed.
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Music Marketing and Promotion: The program emphasizes music marketing and promotional techniques, including digital marketing, social media, and audience engagement.
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Live Music Events Management: Students gain insights into organizing and managing live music events, festivals, and concerts.
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Music Publishing and Rights Management: The program delves into music publishing, royalty collection, and rights management in the music industry.
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Entrepreneurship and Business Planning: Students learn about entrepreneurship and business planning in the context of music ventures.
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Industry Practitioners and Guest Lectures: The program offers interactions with industry professionals, providing real-world perspectives and networking opportunities.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 27500
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Graduates of the MA in Music Management program have diverse and promising career prospects in various music-related, business, and management roles.
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Music Manager: Graduates can pursue careers as music managers, representing and guiding artists' careers in the music industry.
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A&R Representative: The program prepares students for roles as A&R representatives, discovering and nurturing talented musicians.
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Music Marketing Specialist: Graduates may explore careers in music marketing and promotion, developing successful campaigns for artists and music releases.
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Live Music Event Manager: The program equips students to work as live music event managers, organizing and executing successful music events.
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Music Entrepreneur: Some graduates may choose to start their own music businesses, such as artist management firms or music event companies.
