Direct answer
The official entry requirements for the MMus Creative Practice at Goldsmiths, University of London for the 2026/27 academic year require an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard (2:2) in Music or a related subject with a substantial practical/creative element. The international full-time tuition fee is £22,000. If English is not your first language, you need an IELTS score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0. Your application must include a personal statement and a portfolio of four to six recent original creative works provided as links to streamable content on English-language sites.
Degree classification and subject requirements
You should have, or expect to be awarded, an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in Music or a relevant/related subject. The official page specifies a 2:2 standard as the minimum classification. Your qualification must comprise a substantial practical/creative element relevant to the selected MMus pathway and option choices. A detailed transcript of your degree is preferred.
If you are not a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, you might still be considered for some programmes if you have relevant experience and can demonstrate the ability to work at postgraduate level. The official page does not provide a specific equivalency table for Chinese undergraduate degrees. You should contact the Admissions Team or consult the international qualifications page for guidance on how your qualification maps to the UK 2:2 standard.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0. Goldsmiths also accepts equivalent English language qualifications. If you need assistance with your English, the university offers a range of courses that can help prepare you for postgraduate-level study.
Portfolio and application documents
Before submitting your application through Goldsmiths’ online application system, you must prepare several documents. You need details of your academic qualifications, the email address of your referee or a copy of your academic reference, and copies of your educational transcripts or certificates. You must also provide a personal statement, which can be uploaded as a Word Document or PDF or completed online.
A portfolio is required. It must provide selected examples of your recent original creative work, consisting of four to six separate pieces in audio, video or other formats as appropriate. These should be provided as links to streamable content on English-language sites. The examples should be relevant to the focus of the pathway.
Programme structure and modules
This is a flexible Masters degree that can be studied full-time over one year or part-time over two years. All students take the core module Expanding Your Practice in their first term. Through this module, you select two focuses from topics including Popular Music Composition, Sonic Arts, Audiovisual Cultures and Practice Research. You also complete a 60-credit MMus Project.
You will choose optional modules to the value of 60 credits from an approved list. This may include a 30-credit related study module from outside the subject area, subject to approval by the pathway leader. Recent examples of optional modules include Advanced Strategies in Creative Music Production, Filmmaking and Music Research, Improvisation, Music Management and Curation, Professional Practice in Music, and Mental Health and the Music Industry. Module content and availability is subject to change.
Fees and funding for international students
The annual tuition fees for students starting in the 2026/27 academic year are £22,000 for international full-time study. Home full-time fees are £11,800 and home part-time fees are £5,900. The official page states that it is not currently possible for international students to study part-time under a student visa. If you think you might be eligible to study part-time while on another visa type, you should contact the Admissions Team for more information.
Funding opportunities mentioned on the page include the Global Ethnic Majority Music Scholar’s Fee Waiver, a full-tuition fee-waiver scholarship, and the Sarah Caple Award. If you are applying for funding, you may be subject to an application deadline.
When and how to apply
Applications are accepted from October for students wanting to start the following September. You apply directly to Goldsmiths using the online application system. The university encourages you to complete your application as early as possible, even if you have not finished your current programme of study. It is common to be offered a place that is conditional on achieving a particular qualification. Late applications will only be considered if spaces remain available.
What the official page does not confirm
The official page does not provide a specific academic equivalency for Chinese undergraduate degrees to the UK 2:2 standard for this programme. You should check the international qualifications page or contact the university directly to confirm how your degree is assessed. The page also does not list a specific application deadline; it only notes that late applications are considered if spaces exist and that funding applications may have earlier deadlines.
FAQ
What is the minimum degree classification required for the MMus Creative Practice?
You should have an undergraduate degree of at least 2:2 standard in Music or a related subject. Your qualification must include a substantial practical or creative element relevant to the pathway.
What IELTS score do I need if English is not my first language?
You need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0. Equivalent English language qualifications are also accepted.
What should my portfolio include?
Your portfolio must include four to six separate examples of your recent original creative work. These should be provided as links to streamable content on English-language sites and should be relevant to the focus of your chosen pathway.
Can international students study part-time?
According to the official page, it is not currently possible for international students to study part-time under a student visa. If you hold another visa type, contact the Admissions Team for more information.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
The international full-time tuition fee for the 2026/27 academic year is £22,000. Home full-time fees are £11,800.
When should I apply?
Applications open in October for entry the following September. You are encouraged to apply as early as possible, even if you have not yet completed your current studies. Late applications are only considered if spaces are available.
Further reading
Official sources
- MMus Creative Practice programme page, Goldsmiths, University of London
- Goldsmiths international qualifications information
- Goldsmiths postgraduate fees guidance
For broader context on UK university admissions, you may find these resources useful: Durham University 2026 guide, Keele University 2026 admission details, and information on applying to the University of Adelaide. For Chinese-language guidance on selecting study-abroad agencies, see this comparison resource.