Music Curriculum
Unlike the other curriculums at Claremont University, the Music curriculum does not use a formal credit system. Degrees in music are available through three routes; thesis, composition and performance. In some circumstances these routes may be combined by individual agreement with the Faculty Mentor, for example Performance and Composition in a ratio of 2:1.
- Degrees in Music by research thesis
- Degrees in Music by composition
- Degrees in Music by performance
Degrees in Music by research thesis
The following degrees are available by thesis:
- Bachelor of Music (BMus)
- Master of Music (MMus)
- Doctor of Music (DMus)
The arrangements for each degree are identical excepting
the length of the thesis prescribed for each degree
level.
Master's and Doctor's degrees are awarded upon the submission
of a thesis incorporating the results of original research,
or, as an alternative for Master's degrees only, a systematic
and ordered exposition of existing thought in a particular
field. The thesis is not subject to an oral examination.
Bachelor's theses are expected to summarise existing
thought in a given field and to reflect on such information
critically.
The length of the thesis is set as a maximum of 80,000
words exclusive of appendices, bibliography etc. for
Doctors, at 60,000 words for Masters and at 40,000 words
for Bachelors. The student will be allocated to a Faculty
Mentor who will guide his or her work.
In some cases a project other than a traditional academic
thesis will be accepted, determined on an individual
basis. Examples of this would include:
- a music teacher submitting a study for the implementation
of a new aspect of classroom delivery of a curricular
aspect
- a musician submitting a formal analysis (for example,
using Schenkerian methods) with appropriate annotation
Non-traditional projects must have a written component.
If you are interested in this concept, please contact
us with your proposal for a more detailed consideration.
Regulations for degrees by thesis
and for Supplementary Papers
| 1 | Approval of Topics The proposed topic of the Thesis must be submitted to the University at the time of application for admission to read for the degree in question, in the form of an abstract of about 100 words. The University will indicate to the candidate as to whether the topic is likely to prove suitable, and if suitable, will register the candidate as reading for the degree in question. The University reserves the right to refuse a research proposal on the grounds that it is not possible to provide supervision in the academic area in question. |
| 2 | Theses:
General requirements Candidates are required to submit a Thesis on a single well-defined topic as evidence of their research capabilities. For most candidates, the topic should normally have relevance to the area of their workplace experience, although submissions based on an interest outside the workplace will also be acceptable. The thesis for Masters must consist either of original research in the candidate's chosen field or of a systematic and ordered exposition of existing thought in the field, placed in an appropriately critical context. The thesis for Doctors must consist of original research. The thesis for Bachelors shall summarise existing thought in a given field and to reflect on such information critically. For Bachelors only two written projects, together totalling a maximum of 40,000 words, may be submitted in lieu of a single thesis. In certain specific cases, most particularly where the subject matter includes such material as computer programs, musical exercises or similar, the length of thesis may be correspondingly reduced. These matters must be clarified with the University before submission. For Doctors: the required length of the Thesis shall be a maximum of 80,000 words For Masters: the required length of the Thesis shall be a maximum of 60,000 words. For Bachelors: the required length of the Thesis shall be a maximum of 40,000 words. The specified number of words excludes appendices and bibliographies. |
| 3 | Originality Material submitted for degrees by thesis must be the product of the candidate's own work, and all sources of information should be disclosed. Candidates may not submit work for which a degree or diploma has already been conferred, either partially or in full, with the exception that a thesis that has been successfully submitted for a Masters or similar degree of this or another institution may be expanded for a doctorate. If this is undertaken, the candidate must clearly indicate those sections of the work that were previously submitted. Candidates found to be guilty of plagiarism will be disqualified from candidature or, if found to be so guilty after graduation, shall be deprived of their degree. |
| 4 | Supervision Candidates will be allocated to a Faculty Mentor who will guide their studies. Candidates may approach their Faculty Mentor for academic advice at any stage of their research. However, candidates should be advised that as research or independent study students they will be required to work largely on their own initiative rather than in the manner of those following taught courses, and that their Faculty Mentor's role will be to act as an academic advisor rather than to offer detailed instruction. Supervisions may take place by e-mail, postal correspondence, telephone or in person at the Faculty Mentor's discretion and convenience. The Faculty Mentor will be responsible for reporting at intervals to the University on the progress of their candidates. |
| 5 | Registration at other
institutions Candidates are permitted to submit work prepared whilst registered as a student at another institution, subject to the provisions regarding originality stated above in regulation 3. |
| 6 | Previous experience of
candidates at Master's or Doctoral level Candidates for a Master's degree by thesis must hold a bachelor's degree from an accepted university in an appropriate field. Candidates for doctorates must hold a master's degree from an accredited university. Candidates are advised that the University does not offer elementary training in research methods, and that they should therefore satisfy themselves that they are academically appropriately prepared to undertake an exacting programme of research under supervision before applying. |
| 7 | Expected
standard of work The standard of work expected from candidates is high. At doctoral level the candidate's research submission shall demonstrate a significant and substantial level of competence in research such as to constitute a contribution to learning in that field. At Master's level the candidate's research submission shall demonstrate a reasonable level of competence in research. It is expected that doctoral and master's submissions should be of a standard to be published in a refereed journal of research. At the Bachelor's level the submission shall show clear and ordered thought and demonstrate critical understanding of the sources used. |
| 8 | Presentation The presentation of the thesis is regarded as in itself evidence of the candidate's capabilities, and will be considered as such. The presentation of theses electronically is encouraged. The file should be zipped and e-mailed to the Faculty Mentor. It is also possible for those who prefer to submit their thesis in hard copy to do so. Format: Candidates presenting material, particularly in hard copy, are recommended to adopt the following standard procedures: All material should be typed on A4 paper, double spaced, and on one side of the paper only. There should be adequate margins of at least 1½ inches on both the left and the right sides of the page. Footnotes or endnotes should be numbered consecutively throughout the thesis. Figures, tables etc. should be incorporated within the text. The pages should be numbered throughout. Style: Candidates should observe the standard style used in the example below: Journal of Research, Volume 24, Part 3, 1994, pp67 (starting at Figure 11) - 70 An alternative standard style may be substituted for that recommended above where it does not differ significantly in detail. |
| 9 | Submission
requirements One copy of electronic submissions or three copies of hard copy submissions are required. Hard copies of the thesis should be either bound or contained securely in an A4 clip file, and all theses should include on a title page the name and address of the candidate, the title of the work, and the name of the degree for which it is submitted. Candidates should note that all work submitted for examination will be retained by the University, and cannot be returned under any circumstances. Candidates are therefore recommended not to submit original documents (see also regulation 13). It is recommended that a secure method of carriage be used in order to ensure the safe arrival of hard copy submissions. |
| 10 | Fees A fee shall be payable by each candidate who is registered for a degree of the University. Please see the current fee schedule for details. Fees are payable in advance. |
| 11 | Examining
Arrangements Examination submissions shall be considered by the Examining Panel of the University convened for the purpose, which shall normally consist of one or several examiners who have not supervised the candidate for the degree. These examiners may be from within or outside the University. The Examining Panel will examine the candidate orally in the event of theses that lie on the pass/fail borderline; this may be carried out by telephone. The decision of the Examining Panel shall be conveyed by the University to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The Examining Panel is empowered to recommend five courses of action to the University: 1. that the thesis be accepted for the degree in question. 2. that the thesis be accepted for a lower degree (note that in the case of the BMus degree that an Associate in Music degree may be awarded). 3. that the thesis be accepted subject to revision (see regulation 13 below) 4. that the thesis be referred with the opportunity for the candidate to re-submit on one further occasion. 5. that the thesis not be accepted for any degree. |
| 12 | Re-submission
after an unsuccessful submission Candidates who have been unsuccessful in their submission for an award of the University may re-submit for the award on one further occasion only, for which an additional fee will be payable as advised dependent on the amount of further supervision and examination required. |
| 13 | Appeals Candidates who have unsuccessfully submitted work for a degree of the University and who believe that they have grounds for appealing against the decision of the Examining Panel should write to the University setting out their grounds for appeal, and enclosing any documentation that is necessary in support. The University will consider the appeal, usually in consultation with others, and will communicate the results of the appeal to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The decision of the University in respect of any appeal shall be final. |
| 14 | Revision The Examining Panel are permitted to require the candidate to revise a part or parts of their submission before it can be accepted for a degree award. Such revision must be completed within the time specified by the Examining Panel (normally within six months of the original submission) and must receive approval from them before the candidate can be accepted for a degree. Candidates should note that the original submission will be retained by the University during this process. |
| 15 | Award
of degrees Candidates who have been advised by the University that their thesis has been accepted may proceed to the award of the degree, subject to any revision that has been required by the Examining Panel. |
Degrees in Music by composition
The following degrees are available by composition:
Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Master of Music (MMus)
Doctor of Music (DMus)
Degrees by composition are awarded upon the submission
of original work in composition that corresponds to
the requirements laid down in the following Regulations.
Candidates are not required to work in any prescribed
musical style.
Regulations for the degree of
Bachelor and Master of Music (MMus) by composition.
| 1 | Format
of the Examination There are two parts that must be passed in order to proceed to the degree of Master of Music by composition. Each part depends on the composition of an Exercise. Candidates are required to register for the supervised element of the degree at least twelve months before submitting their Exercises for examination (except in the case of a submission by previously published work). Candidates proceeding only to the degree of Bachelor of Music submit Part 1 as for MMus only, together with a portfolio of three short free compositions. |
| 2 |
Part 1: Exercise a. It shall comprise some portion for one or
more solo voices, and some considerable portion
for a chorus of five real vocal parts. By full orchestra is understood 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 4 horns, 2 trumpets, 3 trombones, percussion and the usual string quintet. Additional instruments may be used if desired. Trumpets may be written throughout in the key of C, but other transposing instruments should be recorded in the score at written pitch. |
| 3 | Part
2: Exercise Candidates must submit an Exercise in fulfilment of the requirements for the second part of the degree. The Exercise shall consist of a composition for solo organ, both manuals and pedals, written for the occasion. It shall occupy not less than twenty nor more than thirty minutes in performance, and shall reflect in its content the subject matter that has been set for that particular year by the Examiners. For 2003-05 the title will be: A Fantasia on the Motto Theme: B.A.C.H. |
| 4 | Originality Material submitted for BMus or MMus must be the product of the candidate's own work, and all quotations from the work of other composers should be disclosed. Candidates may not submit work for which a degree or diploma has already been conferred, either partially or in full. Candidates found to be guilty of plagiarism will be disqualified from candidature or, if found to be so guilty after graduation, shall be deprived of their degree. |
| 5 | Supervision Candidates for the degree will receive supervision and guidance in Composition from their Faculty Mentor. |
| 6 | Registration
at other institutions Candidates are permitted to submit work prepared whilst registered as a student at another institution, subject to the provisions regarding originality stated above in regulation 4. |
| 7 | Previous
experience of candidates Candidates for the MMus by composition must hold the BMus or an equivalent bachelor's degree, or a graduate diploma such as the GTCL or GRSM, or a diploma of appropriately high standard obtained in composition. |
| 8 | Expected
standard of work The standard of work expected from candidates is high. At MMus level the candidate's composition shall not merely be free from errors, but shall indicate a possession of an artistic sense that merits the attention of a musically-educated audience. Submissions for MMus should be of publishable standard. At BMus a standard free from errors is expected, and evidence of advanced harmonic knowledge will be sought. |
| 9 |
Presentation
In organ writing, the manual and pedal parts
should be written on separate staves. |
| 10 | Submission
requirements Three copies of all material submitted are required. The Exercises should be either bound or contained securely in a clip file, and should include on a title page the name and address of the candidate, the title of the work, and the name of the degree for which they are submitted. Cassettes or CDs should be securely contained within the binding, in a pocket constructed for the purpose. Candidates should note that all work submitted for examination will be retained by the University, and cannot be returned under any circumstances. Candidates are therefore recommended not to submit original documents (see also regulation 13). It is recommended that a secure method of carriage be used in order to ensure the safe arrival of submissions. However, please do not use any method of carriage that requires a signature on delivery. |
| 11 | Fees A fee shall be payable by each candidate who is registered for a degree of the University. Please see the current fee schedule for details. Fees are payable in advance. |
| 12 | Examining
Arrangements Examination submissions shall be considered by the Examining Panel of the University convened for the purpose, which shall normally consist of at least two examiners. These examiners may be from within or outside the University. The Examining Panel will examine the candidate orally in the event of Exercises that lie on the pass/fail borderline. The decision of the Examining Panel shall be conveyed by the University to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The Examining Panel is empowered to recommend four courses of action to the University: 1. that the Exercises be accepted for the degree in question. 2. that a lower degree be awarded 3. that one or both Exercises be referred with the opportunity for the candidate to re-submit on one further occasion. 4. that the Exercises not be accepted for any degree. |
| 13 | Re-submission
after an unsuccessful submission Candidates who have been unsuccessful in their submission for the award of BMus or MMus of the University may re-submit for the award on one further occasion only. They may deduct 25% of the applicable fee. Further supervision fees may be payable as will be advised in individual cases. |
| 14 | Appeals Candidates who have unsuccessfully submitted work for a degree of the University and who believe that they have grounds for appealing against the decision of the Examining Panel should write to the University setting out their grounds for appeal, and enclosing any documentation that is necessary in support. The University will consider the appeal, usually in consultation with other members of Executive Committee of the University, and will communicate the results of the appeal to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The decision of the University in respect of any appeal shall be final. |
| 15 | Revision The Examining Panel are permitted to require the candidate to revise a part or parts of their submission before it can be accepted for a degree award. Such revision must be completed within the time specified by the Examining Panel (normally within six months of the original submission) and must receive approval from them before the candidate can be accepted for a degree. Candidates should note that the original submission will be retained by the University during this process. |
| 16 | Submission
on the basis of previously published work Candidates may submit for the University's BMus or MMus degree a composition or compositions that have been previously published, bearing in mind Regulation 3 above, which should be substantial and of fully professional standard. They are required to state the details of the publication of their work (date of publication and publisher) upon submission, if these are not otherwise made clear in the submission itself. They may be required to attend an oral examination on the work submitted. |
| 17 | Award
of degrees Candidates who have been advised by the University that their Exercises for BMus or MMus have been accepted may proceed to the award of the degree, subject to any revision that has been required by the Examining Panel. |
Regulations for the degree of
Doctor of Music (DMus) by composition.
| 1 | Format
of the Examination The candidate must send to the University not more than three works of his own original composition upon which his claim for the degree is based; such works to include either an Oratorio, a Mass or Requiem, an extended work for a solo instrument or chamber ensemble, an Opera, a piece for Music Theater or a symphonic work. |
| 2 | Originality Material submitted for DMus must be the product of the candidate's own work, and all quotations from the work of other composers should be disclosed. Candidates may not submit work for which a degree or diploma has already been conferred, either partially or in full. Candidates found to be guilty of plagiarism will be disqualified from candidature or, if found to be so guilty after graduation, shall be deprived of their degree. |
| 3 | Supervision Candidates for the degree are not required to seek supervision or tuition in Composition, but for those wishing to do so it is offered by the University. |
| 4 | Registration
at other institutions Candidates are permitted to submit work prepared whilst registered as a student at another institution, subject to the provisions regarding originality stated above in regulation 2. |
| 5 | Previous
experience of candidates Candidates for the DMus by composition must hold at least the BMus or an equivalent bachelor's degree, or a graduate diploma such as the GTCL or GRSM, or a diploma of appropriately high standard obtained in composition. |
| 6 | Expected
standard of work The standard of work expected from candidates is extremely high. At DMus level the candidate's composition shall not merely be free from errors, but shall indicate a possession of a genuine artistic merit that holds the attention of a musically-educated audience. Submissions for DMus should be of publishable standard. |
| 7 |
Presentation
In organ writing, the manual and pedal parts
should be written on separate staves. |
| 8 | Submission
requirements Three copies of all material submitted are required. The portfolio should be either bound or contained securely in a clip file, and should include on a title page the name and address of the candidate, the title of the works, and the name of the degree for which they are submitted. Cassettes or CDs should be securely contained within the binding, in a pocket constructed for the purpose. Candidates should note that all work submitted for examination will be retained by the University, and cannot be returned under any circumstances. Candidates are therefore recommended not to submit original documents (see also regulation 13). It is recommended that a secure method of carriage be used in order to ensure the safe arrival of submissions. However, please do not use any method of carriage that requires a signature on delivery. |
| 9 | Fees A fee shall be payable by each candidate who is registered for a degree of the University. Please see the current fee schedule for details. Fees are payable in advance. |
| 10 | Examining
Arrangements Examination submissions shall be considered by the Examining Panel of the University convened for the purpose, which shall normally consist of at least two examiners. These examiners may be from within or outside the University. The Examining Panel will examine the candidate orally in the event of portfolios that lie on the pass/fail borderline; this may be carried out by telephone. The decision of the Examining Panel shall be conveyed by the University to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The Examining Panel is empowered to recommend three courses of action to the University: 1. that the portfolio be accepted for the degree in question. 2. that the portfolio be accepted for the lower degree of MMus. 2. that the portfolio be referred with the opportunity for the candidate to re-submit on one further occasion. 3. that the portfolio not be accepted. Candidates are therefore advised to consider carefully the stage at which they wish to submit their portfolio for examination. |
| 11 | Re-submission
after an unsuccessful submission Candidates who have been unsuccessful in their submission for the award of DMus of the University may re-submit for the award on one further occasion only. They may deduct 25% of the applicable fee. |
| 12 | Appeals Candidates who have unsuccessfully submitted work for a degree of the University and who believe that they have grounds for appealing against the decision of the Examining Panel should write to the University setting out their grounds for appeal, and enclosing any documentation that is necessary in support. The University will consider the appeal, usually in consultation with other members of Executive Committee of the University, and will communicate the results of the appeal to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The decision of the University in respect of any appeal shall be final. |
| 13 | Revision The Examining Panel are permitted to require the candidate to revise a part or parts of their submission before it can be accepted for a degree award. Such revision must be completed within the time specified by the Examining Panel (normally within six months of the original submission) and must receive approval from them before the candidate can be accepted for a degree. Candidates should note that the original submission will be retained by the University during this process. |
| 14 | Submission
on the basis of previously published work Candidates may submit for the University's DMus degree a composition or compositions that have been previously published, bearing in mind Regulation 2 above. They are required to state the details of the publication of their work (date of publication and publisher) upon submission, if these are not otherwise made clear in the submission itself. They should otherwise observe the regulations for the award of the degree by unpublished work. |
| 15 | Award
of degrees Candidates who have been advised by the University that their portfolio for DMus has been accepted may proceed to the award of the degree, subject to any revision that has been required by the Examining Panel. |
Degrees
in Music by performance
The following degrees are available by performance.
Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Master of Music (MMus)
Doctor of Music (DMus)
Degrees by performance are awarded after a rigorous
series of recital examinations designed to test the
candidate's abilities in a wide range of the most exacting
repertoire for their chosen discipline. The degree is
available to performers on any instrument, choral or
orchestral conductors, or singers. There is considerable
flexibility of choice in the repertoire presented for
examination, which takes into account that, at the degree
level, the candidate will be expected to have developed
a number of areas of particular strength and interest.
Regulations for degrees in Music by performance
| 1 | Format
of the Examination Candidates in any category of performance are eligible for entry to this examination. The degree is awarded on the results of a series of video recorded or live public recitals demonstrating the candidate's expertise in appropriate works for their chosen discipline. Candidates are required to register for the degree, and may then proceed directly to examination after paying the appropriate fees. The format of the examination is identical for each degree; it is the standard of performance and the repertoire presented that will be used as the yardstick to judge whether the candidate has met the standards required. |
| 2 | Supervision Candidates for the degree are advised that tuition in performance is not normally offered by the University. Candidates are strongly advised to seek tuition from persons experienced in preparing students for an internationally accepted standard of professional performance. The role of the Faculty Mentor will be to offer the candidate guidance in the selection of appropriate repertoire, and to otherwise elucidate the standards and requirements of the University for the degree concerned. |
| 3 | Registration
at other institutions Candidates are permitted to submit for examination whilst registered as a student at another institution. |
| 4 | Previous
experience of candidates Candidates for the DMus or MMus by performance must hold at least the BMus or an equivalent bachelor's degree, or a graduate diploma such as the GTCL or GRSM, or a diploma of appropriately high standard obtained in performance. |
| 5 | Expected
standard of work The standard of work expected from candidates is extremely high. At DMus level the candidate's performance must reach an international level of professional performance and must show a mastery of works considered amongst the most demanding for the discipline in question. The standard of performance should be such as to be presented in a major concert hall before a critical public with credit. MMus submissions must meet a high professional standard, whilst not necessarily showing the outstanding command of repertoire expected at DMus level. BMus submissions should meet a professional standard showing performing flair and assurance in presentation, with requisite technical command in ample evidence. |
| 6 | Examination
requirements: General Before being permitted to proceed to the examination, the candidate must submit to the University the references of two professional musicians of national or international standing who are personally acquainted with the candidate as a performer and are equipped to form a judgement on whether the candidate is of standing to be examined at the appropriate level in performance. The referees may have previously taught the applicant, whether privately or in masterclasses. The referees will be required to declare in their reference that, in their professional opinion, the candidate is of standing to proceed to the requisite examination in performance. Each referee must hold at least one of the following qualifications: - A Doctor of Music or Doctor of Musical Arts degree in performance of any recognised university or conservatoire, or the Lambeth degree of Doctor of Music, or the degrees of both Master of Music and Doctor of Philosophy in Music. - Fellowship of the Royal College of Music, the Royal Academy of Music (not Honorary Fellowship, which is reserved for non-musicians), the Guildhall School of Music and Drama (FGMS, not FGMSD), the Royal Northern College of Music (or its predecessors the Northern School of Music or the Royal Manchester College of Music), the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, the Royal Irish Academy of Music or the Royal School of Church Music. Certain other diplomas are acceptable; please enquire for details. If the candidate's references are deemed satisfactory by the University, the University will give the candidate leave to present him or herself for examination for the degree. Candidates are required to present three substantial programmes for examination, each of which examinations will be either attended by a panel of examiners from the University, or which will be required to be presented on video tape or DVD as a live, unedited recording whether before an audience or not. Video recordings must be certified by the applicant's two referees to be true representations of the work of the candidate. The candidate should submit, at least three months before the first performance is to take place, details of the three programmes to be presented, their venues, and the names of any other performers involved. The programmes will be assessed by the University through the Faculty Mentor and either approved as of standing for the award of the degree or not approved. The programmes should include major works that are considered appropriately testing in both intellectual and technical terms for the discipline concerned. It is expected that candidates will seek the opportunity offered to display particular strengths in their repertoire, although in the three programmes overall a reasonable variety of style and period should be displayed. The programme requirements are as follows: - All candidates must present, as part of one of their three programmes, a major work composed between the years 1945 and the present day. - All candidates should present at least one work showing advanced technical accomplishment. For example, a pianist supplicating for BMus may present one of the Etudes from Chopin's op 10 or op 25. |
| 7 | Examination
requirements: Logistics Examination submissions shall be considered by the Examining Panel of the University convened for the purpose, which shall normally consist of at least two examiners. These examiners may be from within or outside the University. There is no provision for an oral examination. The decision of the Examining Panel shall be conveyed by the University to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The Examining Panel is empowered to recommend three courses of action to the University: 1. that the candidate be accepted for the degree in question. 2. that the candidate be accepted for a lower degree. 3. that the candidate not be accepted for any degree. The University will provide a written report to the candidate, but will not enter into discussion regarding the outcome of any examination, except through the University's Appeals Procedure. Candidates are themselves wholly responsible for hire of venues, securing the services of other musicians if required (including a choir or orchestra for conductors) and all other administrative demands and expenses concerned with the performance. In performances to be attended by the Examining Panel, they must ensure that a desk or table capable of accommodating the examiners is provided in a place where the performance is clearly audible and an unobstructed view of the performer to be examined is to be afforded, at least thirty minutes before the commencement of the performance, and in the case of a public performance, that the examiners are permitted to work without disturbance throughout the performance and for at least thirty minutes after its end. The University may make a video or audio recording of the programmes for the purposes of internal standardisation. Candidates must provide three copies of the score of each work to be performed for the use of the Examining Panel with their submitted programme before their recitals take place. These scores will not be returned to the candidate after the examination. Photocopies are acceptable where copyright legislation permits this. |
| 8 | It is not a requirement of performers
or candidates that they should be professional musicians.
However, candidates are warned that a professional
standard of performance will be expected for the
award of any degree. In no case will a member of the Examining Panel who is present for an examination be permitted to perform any role (such as page-turning) other than that of examining. |
| 9 | Fees A fee shall be payable by each candidate who is registered for a degree of the University. Please see the current fee schedule for details. Fees are payable in advance. Candidates will also be liable for the travelling expenses of the Examining Panel. These will be as advised to the candidate at the point when the programmes submitted are accepted and the candidate is given leave to proceed to examination. |
| 10 | Re-submission
after an unsuccessful submission Candidates who have been unsuccessful in their submission for an award of the University may be re-examined for the award on one further occasion only. They may deduct 25% of the Supervision and Degree Fee. |
| 11 | Appeals Candidates who have unsuccessfully submitted work for a degree of the University and who believe that they have grounds for appealing against the decision of the Examining Panel should write to the University setting out their grounds for appeal, and enclosing any documentation that is necessary in support. The University will consider the appeal, usually in consultation with other members of Executive Committee of the University, and will communicate the results of the appeal to the candidate as soon as is practically possible. The decision of the University in respect of any appeal shall be final. |
| 12 | Submission
on the basis of accomplished work Candidates may submit for the University's DMus degree on the basis of accomplished work in performance. The submission, which will be expected to be substantial and to demonstrate an international level of standing in performance, and shall normally include a significant number of commercially-available recordings of major repertoire, or video recordings of public performances, together with copies of published reviews and critical articles pertaining to recorded and live performances by the candidate. It should also include references from musicians of distinguished international standing in the profession. |
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Award of degrees |