Music and sound recording

The Department of Music and Media is home to inspiring and creative expertise, and an influential source of internationally respected alumni and academics.

Our music courses are ranked 2nd in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2020. They are supported by our excellent performance, recording and learning facilities and our outstanding reputation for technological advancement.

 

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Music PhD
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Sound Recording PhD

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Annelie Nederberg

Music (Composition)

"My supervisor understands what it is to be a composer and researcher. He offers good advice."

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Bill Bruford

Music

"It’s a privilege to be able to put down the sticks, step back and examine drummers’ motivations, intentions and behaviours from a calmer perspective."

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