Matthew Riley
Professor of Music
Department of Music
Biographical and contact information for Professor Matthew Riley, Professor of Music at the University of Birmingham.
Explore our postgraduate taught and research opportunities in Music at Birmingham
Join this free webinar with Professor Matthew Riley and Professor Scott Wilson, to find out more about our MA, MA by Research, and PhD Music programmes.
- DateMonday, 26 January 2026 (09:00 - 09:45) (UK)
- FormatOnline
Join the programme leads, Professor Matthew Riley and Professor Scott Wilson, to find out more about our postgraduate programmes in the Department of Music. This webinar will cover our:
- MA Music (with performance): Performance pathway
- MA Music: Composition pathway
- MA Music: Musicology and Sound Studies pathway
- Music Performance Practice MA by Research / PhD
- Music Composition MA by Research / PhD
- Musicology MA by Research / PhD
Matthew and Scott will be on hand to answer any questions.
Why choose a degree in Music?
- Top 10 for Music in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026).
- Access facilities including the Bramall Music Building, and the University Music Hub with a recording studio and flexible rehearsal spaces.
- We're leading developments in performing and studying music. Discover our range of module options covering current UK and global music practices.
- Benefit from our Music research centres, including the Centre for Electronic Music.
During the session, you will:
- Explore the programme structure and entry requirements
- Discover what life is like studying a course in Music
- Ask your questions and get answers live
Meet the MA programme lead
Scott Wilson
Professor of Composition and Electronic Music
Department of Music
Biographical and contact information for Professor Scott Wilson, Professor of Composition and Electronic Music at the University of Birmingham.