Department of Music

All-Steinway School.

1st in the Russell Group for teaching on our course (NSS Subject results 2022).

6th nationally for the quality of our research environment (REF 2021).

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News

We are 1st in the Russell Group for teaching on our course.

11 July 2022

Department of Music receives outstanding ratings from students

The National Student Survey Results for 2022 revealed the Department of Music is top of the tables for many aspects of teaching, learning opportunities and academic support amongst the Russell Group Universities.

The Orchestral Music of Afghanistan: Looking Forward

5 July 2022

University of Sheffield academic to conduct celebration of exiled Afghan composers

Nine new orchestral works by Afghan composers, many of whom are silenced in their home country and living in exile, will be showcased in a concert co-curated and conducted by a University of Sheffield academic.

30 May 2022

Where have the the rivers gone? A sonic exploration of the Sheaf and Porter rivers in concert

Composers from the University of Sheffield Sound Studios showcase new works recorded from Sheffield's lost rivers.

11 May 2022

Supporting arts organisations to grow audiences post-lockdown

Research by the University of Sheffield’s Performer and Audience Research Centre (SPARC), has been the catalyst for a new consultancy that is helping arts, heritage and performance organisations nurture and grow their audiences after COVID-19.

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Upcoming events

Event

Concert Series - Spring and Summer programme

New dates out now

Online and in person

Research seminars and conferences

Research excellence sits at the heart of everything we do. Find out about the upcoming presentations and workshops.

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Event

Undergraduate open day

25/6/22, 9/7/22, 10/9/22, 26/10/22

Onsite Event

Results and Clearing 2022

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Accommodation

If you accept an offer through Clearing and Adjustments by 31 August 2022, we'll guarantee you accommodation in our University owned accommodation. You must apply by 31 August 2022 to ensure that you get your place reserved.

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