Overview

A dissertation is required in all areas of specialisation. Additionally, in the case of the degree by Composition, you shall also submit a portfolio of compositions. You will also be expected to perform research tasks that are directly related to your area of specialisation. The ultimate aim of the programme is to help you acquire expertise and experience in a field that will be essential to your professional career.

Career:

As a successful holder of this degree, you will be able to enter a career, both locally or abroad, as a composer-performer, composer-conductor, music copyist, composer's assistant, arts administration and as a music journalist/critic. You will also have the opportunity to compose music for a variety of different mediums, ranging from commercial music, television or film, to video games, symphonies and dance, opera and theatrical companies.

If you would like to further your studies or are interested in becoming an academic or an instructor of composition, you will be able to pursue a doctorate with the University of Malta or with a foreign institution abroad.