Courses taught in the MRC
The Music Research Centre offers a number of postgraduate courses relating to the application of technology in music. More information about the programmes can be found on the main music department website. For information about the kind of postgraduate work that goes on in the MRC see the student profiles section.
PhD/MPhil in Music
Composition or thesis based research in the following areas: Composition with digital media, composition of electronic music, electro-acoustic composition, surround sound, the perception of surround sound, contemporary music, sound art and culture.
MA and Diploma in Music Technology
A taught course in a range of Music Technology areas including composition and creation, signal processing, human computer interfacing, studio recording and surround sound.
MA in Music - Composition pathway
A taught course which includes seminars and requiring composition
and written submissions. A major component of the course submission is a
research project or the creation of a folio of compositions.
MA in Music Technology by Research
A research based Masters for students with significant experience in Music technology or creation with digital technology.
The Music Department at York has such a wide range of opportunities for composers it was the obvious place to do a PhD. The Chimera Ensemble provides great opportunities to have my music played and to get involved playing other student's pieces. Not to mention having my string quartet premiered by the Kreutzer Quartet!
Benjamin Gait
(PhD 2012)