What is Music?
Music can be studied from a wide variety of perspectives. We ‘study music’ by listening or by learning to perform a musical composition.
Music at Oxford
Music has been part of the intellectual and cultural life of Oxford for more than eight centuries. Today, some dozen academic staff in the faculty comprise professors, readers and lecturers, all of whom have internationally distinguished reputations as musicologists, performers or composers. Their work is complemented by that of many college Fellows and lecturers, bringing the total staff number to about 30.
International opportunities
The Faculty of Music currently has a Socrates association with the University of Strasbourg and the University of Dresden.
Application procedure
Candidates should submit two marked essays on any areas or aspects of music (or one of your other A-level subjects or equivalent if that is more convenient), and a marked sample of harmony and/or counterpoint, where possible. Candidates may also submit a portfolio of compositions.
Entrance Requirements
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