The Psychology of Music MA at the University of Sheffield offers you a unique opportunity to explore the intricate relationship between music, the mind, and society. This postgraduate degree is ideal for those fascinated by how music impacts our cognition, emotions, and well-being, and who wish to develop expertise in areas such as music cognition, the neuroscience of music, music education, and music therapy. You will gain a deep understanding of current research and debates, preparing you for advanced study or a career where psychological insights into music are vital.
This intensive one-year, full-time, on-campus MA programme will equip you with essential research skills, including quantitative and qualitative techniques, enabling you to conduct your own independent research. You will choose from a range of optional modules to tailor your studies and undertake a significant dissertation project, guided by leading academics in the field. You will graduate with advanced analytical skills and a specialised knowledge base, ready for careers in research, education, music therapy, or the broader cultural and arts sectors.