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Music and Philosophy BA (Hons)

Royal Holloway, University of London

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Royal Holloway, University of London

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This Joint Honours course gives you the opportunity to combine the study of Music with the Philosophy in equal parts.Studying Music at Royal Holloway allows you to tailor your studies to your own interests and passions.We have expertise spanning traditional, modern and world music. Through studying musical texts, practices, cultures and institutions you will explore issues in history, sociology, ethnology, and philosophy covering an exceptional geographical and chronological range. You will also be able to gain practical skills in composition, music technology and performance.You will join a music department that is among the very best in the country and the only music department in the country to hold a prestigious Regius Professorship.- You will have access to well-equipped studios and recording facilities as well as incredible performance spaces including the Windsor Auditorium, Boilerhouse Theatre, Victorian Picture Gallery and College Chapel.- Our well connected department means you have the opportunity to make valuable music industry contacts. Our staff are connected with musical networks such Wigmore Hall, the BBC Proms, Royal Opera House.At Royal Holloway we have a unique approach to Philosophy that looks beyond the narrow confines of the Anglo-American analytic or the European tradition of philosophy focus on both traditions, their relationship and connections between them. The result has been the creation of a truly interdisciplinary and collaborative programme that brings together academic staff from departments across the university.With the opportunity to examine (amongst other things) the mind and consciousness, aesthetics and morals, the self and others, the range of subjects available to Philosophy students at Royal Holloway guarantees that there will be something on offer that really engages you during your time with us.- Gain practical skills in composition, music technology or performance.- Choose from a wide range of performance opportunities including orchestras, choirs, jazz, pop, and world music ensembles.- Apply for one of our choral, organ, orchestral or music scholarships.- Philosophical approach spanning Anglo-American and European traditions.- A truly interdisciplinary and collaborative philosophy programme.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 27,500per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : BBB - ABB

Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required.Socio-economic factors which may have impacted an applicant’s education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.Required: Music A-Level or Grade 7 Music Theory at Pass. Applicants without A-level grade A in Music or pass in Grade 7 Music Theory may be eligible for the Intensive Theory entry. This requires Music GCSE grade A/7

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University information

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Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London

  • University League Table

    38th

  • Campus address

    Royal Holloway, University of London, Royal Holloway, University of London Egham Hill, Egham, Surrey, TW20 0EX, United Kingdom

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Royal Holloway offers dedicated wellbeing, academic and financial support to international students.
Almost a third of students are from outside the UK, meaning there’s a welcoming and strong international spirit on campus.
Royal Holloway partners with local and global industry, culture and governments, leading to first-class career opportunities for you.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Music

    10th out of 80 1

    26th out of 47 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    175 82%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    17th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    38th

    14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    137 65%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    21st

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 77%

    29th

    7

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