MA Composition of Music for Film and Television

at University of Bristol

Year 1 

Unit name
 

• Portfolio / Dissertation
• Media Composition
• Professional Techniques
• Film Scoring
• Critical Analysis of Media Music
   

Plus 40 credit points from the following:
 

• Advanced Technical Studies
• Introduction to Professional Composing
• Accompaniment in Practice
• Contemporary Compositional Ideas and Techniques
• Advanced Orchestration
• Personal Option Unit
• Supervised Individual Study
• Screen Forms and Analysis
• Screen Style and Aesthetics

To be considered for admission to a master's degree programme at the University of Bristol, the minimum requirement for entry is an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree (also known as a 2:1).
 

• We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. Many departments will accept CBSE or CISCE English at 80% or above in lieu of another English test, with an MOI letter confirming that English is the teaching language of your institution.
• The majority of our master’s programmes require a first class degree (60% or higher) from a recognised Indian university, with specific grades depending on the institution. Competitive programmes may require first class with distinction. If you would like advice relating to your specific qualification, 
• We are aware that at many of India's elite higher education colleges it is very rare to be awarded a first class. For this reason, a number of our departments may be willing to consider candidates from top colleges who have achieved 55% or above.
• Applicants wishing to be considered for research study at Bristol should have a first class pass in their Indian bachelor’s degree and some research experience. It may also be advantageous to have completed a master’s degree with research elements.
   

An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in music, plus experience as a composer, demonstrated by a portfolio of your music. For further information on the required portfolio please see the Department of Music website. Non-traditional qualifications/routes may also be considered.
 

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level:

Admissions statement

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

UK: full-time £11,600

Overseas: full-time £22,500

Students who have completed the MA in Composition of Music for Film and Television have taken up careers as music composers, recording managers and compositing supervisors within animation studios.