What are the requirements for a master's degree in the School of Music of Birmingham University?
1. Academic requirements
Graduated from a bachelor's degree and obtained the corresponding bachelor's degree certificate, among which research-oriented graduate students can apply only after graduating from a master's degree.
2. Equal sharing requirements
The average undergraduate score is above 80.
3. Language achievement
The total score of IELTS is above 6.5, and the single item is above 6.0; Or the total score of TOEFL score is above 80. If the language performance is low, you must take the English proficiency test held by the school after entering school.
Prepare materials
① Two letters of recommendation.
② Undergraduate diploma
③ Undergraduate transcripts
④ Personal statement
⑤ English proficiency certificate
5. Interview requirements
Vocal Music: Prepare 3 works in at least 3 European languages (including English).
Composition: Students should hand in their interview works in advance (preferably recorded) and discuss them with the interviewer during the interview.
Instrumental performance: Prepare three works in at least three European languages for about 15 minutes (orchestral excerpts).
Piano accompaniment: Accompany a singer * * *, complete three works, prepare 1 piano solo and improvise.
Jazz performance: you need to perform two works with different styles according to the provided paragraphs and complete a short personal adaptation.
Command: Prepare a 20-minute command video, which can be a special command or a video.