Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] [Music] From Bangor University

Research Areas

Music with specialisations in:

• Musicology
• Welsh Music
• Performance.

Normally the research project will be limited to any one area. Performers, however, will follow, in addition to their practical studies (60%), an agreed programme of original research into historical study, performance practice, editing or analysis, focusing on aspects related or central to repertoire performed (40%).

Qualification

PhD/MPhil/MA by Research/MMus by Research

Duration

The registration period (excluding write-up year) is:

• PhD: 3 years full-time or 5 years part-time
• MPhil: 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time
• MA/MMus by Research: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

Programme Structure

As a research programme, the course does not have a modular outline. Each student receives close supervision on an individual and original project, which has the potential to make a new and substantial contribution to the field.

Each student has a supervisory committee, led by the main supervisor, assisted by two other staff members with relevant expertise.

Research students have regular meetings with their supervisor and are entitled to consult other members of their committee as appropriate. They are also encouraged to present reports on their work in seminars and colloquia during each of their period of study.

FinalÊassessment will be through viva voce examination through an appointed panel. The panel consists of one internal examiner from within the University/School (not identical with members of the supervisory committee), one external examiner, who is an expert in the field, and a chair.

The Music programme is offered atÊBangor University.