Manchester’s music and drama departments are ranked highest in the UK for teaching and research. The Joint Honors Music and Drama course is one of the few such courses at any university in the UK, so what exactly is this major like? What are the application requirements? We will introduce it to you in detail.

The following content will be included below:

Question 1: Course Introduction

Question 2: Employment prospects after graduation

Question 3: 4 Detailed introduction to the application requirements

Question 4: Extended reading

Question 1: What is the music and drama major in Manchester like? What courses will be taught?

This course is You are offered a unique opportunity to pursue your passion for all aspects of performance and creativity in a world-class university environment. The course particularly attracts a large number of singers and actors, but also draws on students with passions such as: screen, film vocals and digital media; the politics of avant-garde performance; performance, social policy and community arts; or working on the various theater and operatic stages Vocal and physical history.

With a large range of course units to choose from (see list below), the BA Music and Drama is diverse and flexible, enabling you to build on existing interests while giving you opportunities Discover new forms and traditions of performance, practice and performance. media. Through a blend of academic and practical learning, you'll be taught by internationally recognized academics, guest speakers and specialist instrumental and vocal tutors from across Manchester and the North West.

All our teaching and practice takes place at the Martin Harris Center for Music and Drama, and you will rehearse, seminar and perform in the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall and John Thaw Studio Theatre, where you can get the latest Digital Audio Technology from the award-winning NOVARS electronic music and interactive media studio. The Martin Harris Center is located in the oldest heart of the university, just a 15-minute walk from the city center, which includes Bridgewater Hall, HOME, Albert Hall, Royal Exchange Theater and many other venues. From there it's a 20-minute tram ride to Salford's MediaCity, home to the BBC, ITV and the Lowry Theatre. Many of the performances you will be involved in are delivered by our Music or Drama student societies, which offer students opportunities for coaching, production and management, as well as performance, new writing, vocal design and composition. This course requires you to meet the same music entry requirements as our single honors MusB Music, allowing you to pursue any area of ??study within the Music Department. (Please note: If you have achieved Level 8 Theory at A Level or above, Music A Level is not a compulsory requirement for this course in addition to AAB A Level.) Your first year tutor group, peer support and academic advice will usually be Courtesy of the Music Department.

This course aims to: provide opportunities for the singular and interdisciplinary study of music, drama and film as cultural processes, artistic discourses and performative activities through intellectual and creative investigation; encourage dialogue between the disciplines of music and drama To engage in an adequate exchange of ideas, concepts and practice; to stimulate and support students' personal development as academics and practitioners in music and drama, in particular independent assessment and research skills, critical analysis, technical and artistic skills and effective written and oral communication; Encourages the analysis and use of techniques applicable to the study of music, drama and film as creative practice; provides students with a range of transferable skills suitable for later postgraduate academic and vocational study, and employment in a variety of careers in music, drama and related fields .

A rich range of course units is available, offering a range of theoretical and practical approaches to discovery, development and innovation, with staff specializing in film and screen studies, drama and performance studies, composition and musicology. Aspects, 18 hours of one-to-one practical tuition in your first instrument/vocal study, and 20 hours in your final year (earning credit).

6 full-time, internationally recognized composition staff with expertise in a variety of styles across solo instruments, mixing rooms, orchestras, voice, electroacoustics, fixed and interactive media, with a focus on all in 2nd and 3rd years Student assignments were recorded live in the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall and John Thaw Studio Theater at the Martin Harris Center for Music and Drama.

More than 60 performances annually by music, drama and musical theater groups, more than 100 concerts and events presented by the Martin Harris Center for Music and Drama and NOVARS for electroacoustic, vocal arts and computer music Center for Innovative Studies, a cosmopolitan city full of music, arts and creative industries, a large and diverse university community with an award-winning careers service, access to a range of course units beyond music or drama, from Modern Languages ??to Manchester Leadership courses, this study abroad program offers an option to study in the second year of the course at a partner institution.

With lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops and one-to-one performance coaching, our learning environment is open, friendly and designed to inspire. By delivering a challenging, flexible and exciting curriculum, we help students reach new heights in all areas of study and musical activity, developing the well-rounded skills required of today's graduates. Of course, an important element of your time at university is developing as an independent learner, and there are many formal assessments as well as unassessed weekly tasks that require dedicated, self-motivated study and practice.

Our research-based teaching model places students at the heart of the learning process, enabling them to ask complex, original questions and apply different methods to answer them. However, getting into university studies can be a big challenge, especially if you have limited independent study experience. Therefore, the Music Department, the Drama Department and the University more generally offer a range of support to help you make the transition. For example, in first-year courses, all music majors are assigned to a small tutoring group that meets most Mondays during the semester. This group is run by your academic tutor and provides you with the opportunity to try out new ideas and receive feedback on your progress. All academic staff have twice weekly consultations and are available at the office door with any questions related to your studies, progress or university life. We also have an active peer support network, including weekly study sessions organized and managed by second and third year students.

At the University of Manchester, our Music and Drama students have always developed their knowledge and skills beyond the curriculum through the extensive co-curricular opportunities provided by the Music Society, from performance and rehearsals to concert management and marketing. The Department of Music will offer practical tuition for your first reading of Instrumental/Voice when you take a music performance unit as part of your degree ('credit'). Tuition is provided by professional performers from the RNCM, the city's three professional orchestras and the North West. Practice-based teaching and assessment takes place elsewhere in the various drama and music units, always underpinned by theoretical and historical foundations, reflection and critique.

Coursework is assigned and assessed regularly, or at the end of the term, depending on the course unit chosen. Students have the opportunity to take courses where presentations can be considered as an assessment element. In Music, some musicology and music analysis units are assessed by a combination of written essays and written examinations, some by course composition only, and others by analytical study (as appropriate). A practical course that assesses musical, harmonic and aural skills through examination. In drama, units tend to be assessed through a combination of different written assignments. In practice-based units, practical assessment is often combined with written assignments, whereas in music practice, units in solo or ensemble performance and composition often do not require written assignments.

Four-year course details:

To meet the requirements of this joint honors program, students earn at least 40 credits in music and at least 40 credits in drama, 40 of which are in their A field of your choice (including elsewhere in the university).

In addition, third-year students must choose a) at least one 40-credit option in Music or Drama, or b) a 20-credit long thesis in Drama.

Question 2: What are the employment prospects?

Having a music and drama degree from the University of Manchester played an important role in helping me get my first researcher job; due to my expertise , I got a TV role on BBC2's Proms Extra and then I worked at Reef. I've recently been instrumental in developing our BBC2 program La Traviata: Love, Death and Divas. This is thanks to the knowledge I gained about opera while studying with Susan Rutherford, who helped me do a lot of research and ultimately became a key expert in the film! The theater course enabled me to produce two short films, planned from scratch , shooting and my thoughts. This helps me develop my practical and teamwork skills which are directly transferable to my role in television.

The Martin Harris Center for Music and Drama opened in 2003 following a ￡6 million investment by the university. As a result, students have full access to state-of-the-art equipment and resources, including the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, John Thaw Studio Theatre, Lenagan Library and the John Casken Lecture Theater as well as specialist rehearsal and practice spaces. Additionally, ￡2.2 million was invested in the new Electroacoustic Combination Studio, which opened in 2007 and is home to the NOVARS Research Centre. In addition to the Martin Harris Centre, the University of Manchester Library is a national research library with an extensive collection of sheet music, recordings, books and extensive electronic resources. The Alan Gilbert Learning Commons provides state-of-the-art learning spaces including conference rooms, presentation facilities and computer facilities.

Career and employability, listen to what past graduates have to say.

A music degree from Manchester provides excellent training for a wide range of careers within and outside the music industry; it does not limit you and employers will recognize that you are dedicated, creative, versatile and an excellent team player , highly organized, able to work independently, with extraordinary concentration. I met wonderful violin teachers there which made a huge difference and I benefited greatly from the opportunity to attend and see regular performances. For me, the most formative aspect of my time at Manchester was the interaction with my fellow musicians in managing orchestras and new music ensembles, it taught me a lot about the art of conducting and composing, and indeed about The art of music.

I have many opportunities to perform, which is a great reward. Perhaps most importantly, the department provided me with a safe, supportive environment where I felt like I had enough space to spread my musical wings and really work through my musical issues. Marcus Farnsworth, singer; winner of the 2011 Ferrier Competition (MusB, 2005)

Question 3: What are the four major application requirements?

1. English requirements 2. Whether it is required High school graduation 3. International Baccalaureate score requirements 4. Whether you need to attend high school in the UK

1. English score requirements

All applicants applying to universities (from the UK and overseas) must present Proof of English language proficiency. The minimum English language requirement for this course is: GCSE English Language Grade B/6, or IELTS 7.0, or other acceptable equivalent qualification.

UK Visas and Immigration requires that all students from outside the UK and EU must show proof of a minimum level of English proficiency in order to obtain a UK visa (Tier 4 visa) to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. This level is often called "B2 level".

In addition, our schools may require specific English language proficiency required for academic programs. In most cases, these requirements may be higher than B2 levels. Some English language test results are only valid for two years. Your English language test report must be valid on the course start date.

2. Chinese high school requirements

We need you to have graduated from a Chinese high school. Or study for a year at a top university, we also accept NCUK International Foundation Year.

3. International Baccalaureate score requirements

AAB: The score for music majors must reach AAB. Alternatively, we will accept AAB and ABRSM Level 8 Theory at Merit or above where the candidate is not taking A-level Music. Relevant board (or equivalent examination) eighth-grade practice is also required, preferably with excellent results in instrumental or vocal music.

4. Is it necessary to attend high school in the UK for GCSE?

If you are a Chinese high school graduate, then no.

Applicants must demonstrate a broad range of general education, including acceptable levels of literacy and mathematics, equivalent to at least grade C or 4 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics (please note that some degree courses may require more scores, please see individual course requirements). GCSE English Literature will not be accepted in place of GCSE English Language.

The equivalent of A-level results are as follows:

A * AA: total score is 37 points, with high-level subjects being 7, 6, and 6 points.

AAA: Total score 36 points, high-level subjects 6, 6, 6 points.

AAB: Total score is 35 points, high-level subjects are 6, 6, 5 points.

ABB: The total score is 34 points, and the high-level subjects are 6, 5, and 5 points.

Note: Please check the subject requirements for A-Levels.

Question 4: Introduction to other relevant content

Evidence of independent enthusiasm and activities based on the personal statement, including performance, support achieved and predicted results. Skills, knowledge, abilities, interests, relevant examination level 8, preferably excellent in musical instruments or vocal music.

Interview Requirements: Music and Theater applicants are required to attend an interview and will be asked to discuss their interests during the interview.

Return to education: We welcome adult students to apply to our school. We usually take mature applicants with non-standard qualifications.

Deferment: Deferments are usually allowed; however, we ask applicants to notify us as early as possible if they intend to defer. This helps us tailor the number of offers we offer to the number of students we need in a particular year.

Reapply: If you applied in the previous year and your application was unsuccessful, you can apply again. Your application will be considered for standard course entry for that entry year. In your application, you should demonstrate how your application could be improved. When assessing your suitability for your chosen course, we may make use of all information from your previous applications or any previous registration with the University. If you are applying for entry to a same-year degree via UCAS Extra, you should provide additional evidence of your suitability for the course. If you apply through liquidation, you will need to meet liquidation requirements. Both UCAS Extra and clearing venues will be subject to availability.