MA

Music Business

Learn more about studying Music Business as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    19,950GBP
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Falmouth University says about their program:

Are you ready to shape the future of the music industry? From marketing and publishing to contract and project management, you’ll develop the skills and expertise to work innovatively, ethically and sustainably in the world of contemporary music.

Located in Cornwall, with its booming music scene, the course is based in our live performance venue and studio complex AMATA – where you’ll explore new music business models and future-facing practice. You’ll be immersed in a hub of creativity and collaboration, with the opportunity to interact with relevant music businesses, festivals, distributors and labels and to develop projects with video makers, photographers, fashion and graphic designers, dancers and choreographers from across the University.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Successful completion of high school diploma
  • 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2

    2 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.0 (no band below 5.5)

  • TOEFL

    80 overall with a minimum score of 18 in writing, listening, and reading and 20 in speaking

  • PTE

    55 (minimum 51 in all four components)

  • Cambridge English Scale

    169

  • Trinity ISE II with Distinction in all four components

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5 (no band below 6.0)

  • TOEFL

    90 overall with a minimum score of 19 in writing, listening, and reading and 21 in speaking

  • PTE

    60 (minimum 55 in all four components)

  • Cambridge English Scale

    176

  • Trinity

    ISE III with Pass in all four components

Additional tests such as WAEC, WASSCE, NECO English, LRN International, and KITE are accepted Please note the Home Edition and MyBest scores are not accepted.

English proficiency waivers

  • International Baccalaureate (IB) minimum of 5 in standard level English or 4 in Higher Level English
  • European Baccalaureate minimum grade of 7.0 in Advanced English Language 2 or a minimum grade of 7.5 in Advanced English Language 3
  • IGCSE Undergraduate Grade C or above
  • Minimum 2 years working in an English-speaking country
  • Reference from an English teacher

English tests might not be required for students in countries where English is an official language. Please contact our advisors to get more information

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Interview
  • Portfolio (applicable to certain courses only)

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Personal statement
  • Portfolio or writing sample (applicable to certain courses only)
  • Two references
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Scholarships at Falmouth University

  • International Talent Scholarship

    Official page

    Falmouth University offers 15 scholarships of GBP 2000 to talented international offer holders starting a full-time on-campus taught bachelors course in September 2026. The award is a one-year tuition fee credit and eligible applicants are considered through the Vice-Chancellors Scholarship process.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Through the award of scholarships, Falmouth University aims to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    £19,950 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    £19,950 to £25,000 per program

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What is the cost of living near Falmouth University?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£701
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£586
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£122
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£33
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13· UK average
Monthly public transport pass£40
Monthly grocery basket£85
Books and study supplies (monthly)£20
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£9
Gym membership£44

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and savethestudent.org (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Falmouth University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

UK student visa requirements