Overview
Musicology - Music and Human Beings at Örebro University prepares you for a career in doctoral research on music in academia, but also provides knowledge that can be used in a wide variety of music related professions. E.g. working with data analysis in the media and music industries or working in the public cultural sector.
During the program you will learn how to deal with different perspectives relating to, among other things: human beings’ "innate" musicality, the impact of technologies on our musical experiences, how we can research music’s "impact" on people and the role of music in creating a fair society.
Career:
If you want to research music, or just simply understand more about it, the Master's program in Musicology provides you with a solid foundation. The program offers an in-depth, interdisciplinary training and, upon completion of the program, you will be eligible to study at the doctoral level (licentiate or doctorate) in a wide range of fields on music research.
The program is suitable primarily for those thinking about doctoral studies.
However it is also suitable for music teachers who want to further their knowledge of musicology or music research in general. The program will also help those of you looking to develop a career in a variety of music related professions. E.g. in analyzing data in the music industry, working as a cultural activities coordinator, or working in public or private sector with marketing and research.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Music, Human Beings, Technologies
- Music Research in its Many Forms
- Methods and Methodologies in Music Research: Theory and Practice
- Individually chosen specialization course
- Culture, Structure and Society
- Music’s Value in the World
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Music Musicology Liberal Arts View 11 other Masters in Liberal Arts in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A first-cycle qualification comprising at least 180 credits of which at least 90 credits are for specialised study in a humanities or social science main field of study.
- The applicant must also have qualifications corresponding to the course "English 6" or "English B" from the Swedish Upper Secondary School.
Tuition Fee
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International
10722 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21444 EUR for the full programme during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR for the full programme during 24 months.
- Tuition fee, first instalment: 54313 SEK
- Total fee: 217200 SEK
Living costs for Örebro
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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