MRes Creative Practice

Entry requirements

A 2:1 equivalent or better in a subject-related undergraduate degree or extensive professional and/or creative experience (evidenced through text-based and/or oral content provided to your proposed supervisor and course leader)

All applicants must produce a 1000-word proposal outlining the research project they would like to undertake, plus an appendix detailing the facilities and/or resources they would require access to.

Students do not need to name a supervisor as part of the application process (although they can make a request) and the course website will include details of LCM’s research interests and expertise.

We encourage applicants to contact the Course Leader, Dr Remy Haswell-Martin, to discuss their application ahead of submission.

Months of entry

February, September

Course content

Our MRes Creative Practice offers you the chance to deepen and refine your creative practice and knowledge to help take your career in industry or research to the next level.

You might be a graduate who is looking to develop and showcase your skills, or returning to education from the world of work to hone a specific area of expertise for your professional development.

The practical and project-based nature of the MRes highlights the fact that research skills in creative practice are an essential part of working life. You will design a practice-led or substantial research project around specific interests based on utilising UWL’s facilities.

The Townshend Studio offers access to a unique collection of vintage and contemporary synthesisers and samplers. Our cutting-edge recording studios reflect our world-leading research and practice in music production. Our London Noise Records label, distributed by AWAL, provides incredible opportunities for experiential learning and research, and our performance venues range from intimate studio spaces to a full-scale "black-box" theatre/concert hall.

You will develop performance, writing, production, management or pedagogical skills and knowledge in a vibrant, creative and nurturing environment supported by our expert staff. This MRes course gives you the opportunity to expand existing skills and make a substantial contribution to emerging trends in creative research and practice. In addition, you will produce a portfolio of public-facing and promotional material that communicates your conclusions, knowledge and skills to the industry, general public and the research community. You will use UWL’s resources to showcase their skills and knowledge and take their career to the next level – either in the industry or further into research via a PhD.

MRes Creative Practice projects may focus on:

• electronic music production
• electronic music composition
• recording and production
• music performance
• composition
• music pedagogy
• applied theatre
• musicology
• music history
• theatre studies
• theatre history
• music technology
• musical theatre
• music for screen.

Information for international students

You need to meet our English language requirement of 6.5 overall score for IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements. Find out more about our English Language courses.

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

All applicants must produce a 1000-word proposal outlining the research project they would like to undertake, plus an appendix detailing the facilities and/or resources they would require access to.

Students do not need to name a supervisor as part of the application process (although they can make a request) and the course website will include details of LCM’s research interests and expertise.

We encourage applicants to contact the Course Leader, Dr Remy Haswell-Martin, to discuss their application ahead of submission.

Fees and funding

If you are studying a Masters course you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan, this may help contribute towards your course fees and living costs.

Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as disabled students or those with dependants.

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries, including awards for specific subjects.