National University of Ireland, Maynooth

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Course Information
The MA in Musicology degree offers
students with strengths in musicology
and/or analysis the opportunity to develop
their knowledge of historical musicology
and their critical and research skills. The
course provides a solid foundation for
students wishing to register for an MLitt
or PhD research degree in future years.
The course is convened by Dr Lorraine
Byrne Bodley. The Department’s staff
includes specialists across a broad range
of musicological disciplines including:
ethnomusicology, reception history,
performance practice, music in Ireland,
interdisciplinary studies, music and text,
analysis and contemporary music.

Career Options
Further academic study, and a wide range
of employments in business and the
humanities benefiting from the discursive,
analytical and technical skills developed
at Master’s level, including teaching,
music administration and librarianship.

Course Structure
The programme features modules
providing a strong foundation in research
methodology, specialist tutorials in staff
research areas, classes in advanced
analysis, and an introduction to the
work of leading musicologists. The MA
in Musicology includes expert advice on
research issues from musicologists at the
cutting edge of their fields and individual
supervision by scholars working in your
area of research. A research seminar
series, which is integral to the programme,
provides an opportunity to hear guest
lectures by visiting musicologists and
composers. Students also participate in an
annual MA research day, when they have
the opportunity to present their on-going
work.

Accreditation:

Accredited University

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No