PhD in Music by Distance Learning PhD

At University of Nottingham, the tuition fee is 25,900 GBP per year.

Research Overview

Invest your time and follow your passion to create original research. We know the commitment you will be making so you'll get expert supervision from our internationally recognised researchers. We encourage you to identify a potential supervisor to discuss your proposal with as early as possible.

Research Areas

• Music, space and place
  • Music and musical culture in a specific time and place
  • Transnational and transcultural exchange
  • Urban geographies and mobility
• Music-text-image
  • How music interacts with other art forms
  • Applying and developing methodologies from other disciplines
• Musical creativity and community
  • Musical creativity
  • Development of communities and networks
• Music, politics, and identity
  • How music has contributed to local, national, and international political change
  • How music shapes individual identities

The department was ranked 7th among the Russell Group universities for research outputs in the Research Excellence Framework 2021, offering exceptional research-led teaching with excellent facilities.

The University of Nottingham is a research-intensive Russell Group university known for its global outlook and vibrant campus life in the historic city of Nottingham. Founded in 1881, the university combines a broad academic portfolio with strong research centres across faculties, offering students access to high-quality teaching and a wide range of disciplines. Its University Park campus provides extensive facilities and a lively students' union supporting societies, volunteering and entrepreneurial activities.

Students benefit from comprehensive careers support, placement opportunities and an environment that encourages innovation and employability. With large international cohorts and partnerships worldwide, Nottingham fosters collaborative research and multicultural learning experiences. Academic staff are active researchers, and many courses include practical projects, industry links and options for study abroad or global placements.

The city of Nottingham adds cultural depth with theatres, sports venues and green spaces, while affordable student living and strong transport links make it an attractive base for study. International students receive tailored support services covering visas, accommodation and wellbeing. For those seeking a research-led institution with broad course choices, strong career services and a dynamic student community, the University of Nottingham offers an engaging and internationally minded experience.