Music BMus (Hon)

Music is an incredibly rich and diverse subject. It is: <br/><br/><br/>* a creative and aesthetic practice <br/><br/><br/>* a social and cultural phenomenon <br/><br/><br/>* studiable as a scientific object <br/><br/><br/>Our BMus programme embraces this disciplinary breadth.<br/><br/>Initially, you will develop your creative musical skills and acquire the tools to engage critically with a variety of musical repertoires and media. <br/><br/>You will also: <br/><br/><br/>* study how music is shaped by (and shapes) the social, cultural, historical, and political environments in which it is produced <br/><br/><br/>* be introduced to the psychology of music and its potential therapeutic effects <br/><br/><br/>**A flexible programme**<br/><br/>The BMus programme is flexible and welcomes students from different backgrounds and musical experiences. It is designed so that you can tailor a pathway that best suits your musical interests and strengths. <br/><br/>For example, you can decide to: <br/><br/><br/>* focus on the cultural, sociological, and historical contexts of music <br/><br/><br/>* specialise in composition and/or performance <br/><br/><br/>* focus entirely on studying music courses <br/><br/><br/>* study a mix of music courses and courses from subjects outside of music <br/><br/><br/>**Bursary**<br/>Students taking performance receive an annual bursary for instrumental tuition.