62 PhD programmes in Music in Europe

The University of Sheffield has a global reputation for our world-leading research in composition, ethnomusicology, musicology, music technology, performance and psychology of music. Join our inspirational research community as a Music PhD student and start making a difference.

Music research at Keele University has two main themes: Music Technology and Musicology. The Music Technology research group is one of the largest teams in UK Higher Education focusing on the creative aspects of Music Technology. 

Music at University of Hull  has a long-standing history of high quality research. By studying here, you will be able to access some of the finest music facilities in the country following a major redevelopment of Middleton Hall – with rehearsal spaces and studios available 24/7.

The Department of Music at Durham University is one of the very best UK Music Departments with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching, research and employability of ourstudents.

The Music PhD at City St George's, University of London gives you the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge in your chosen field. The submission requirements for our highly regarded PhD are flexible, as are the final submission regulations

The Open University UK Literature and Music research group encourages wide-ranging interdisciplinary study of literature and music.

We offer a phd programme in Music at the Staff at University of Aberdeen are internationally renowned in their chosen fields and have books, editions and articles published in many of the major journals and publishing houses and are regular contributors to international conferences.

Studying the Music at the University of Plymouth will immerse you in a world of cutting-edge research under the umbrella of the Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research. 

Popular Music research at The Open University UK may focus on a wide range historical and contemporary genres, communities, practices, audiences, and institutions.

This Music and Dance Art programme from Academy of Performing Arts enables the most talented and well-rounded graduates of the master’s programme to further develop their artistic abilities, deepen their knowledge in the field of artistic reflection, and create comprehensive perspectives and outcomes in the field of artistic research.

The Open University UK academics investigate a range of topics related to Music and Gender, embracing classical music, popular music and music technology.

The Open University UK welcomes applications for PhD study in screen music and sound within the Film Music research cluster.

Academics at The Open University UK research various topics related to Music Education, exploring diverse aspects of teaching, learning, and the impact of music on individuals and society.

The Open University UK invites applications for PhD study in Music Technology. Applicants are welcome to propose research on any aspect of music technology, contemporary or historical.

A Music PhD at University of Leeds is an internationally-recognised research qualification. You can study for your PhD on campus or by online learning.

The Brain-Computer Music Interfacing programme at University of Plymouth is delivered through the Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research (ICCMR) in collaboration with the Brain Research & Imaging Centre (BRIC).

This Music and Music Technology (Distance Learning) programme at the University of Huddersfield  is globally recognised and encompasses composition, musicology, performance and production. 

Music students are invited to join one of the thriving research groups at the University of Lincoln and participate in its Critical Encounters Research Series, alongside academic staff and peers.

A PhD in Music Theatre at the University of Sussex invites you to work across media to challenge disciplinary boundaries.

Invest your time and follow your passion to create original Music research at the University of Nottingham.