Music, Culture And Practice Maynooth University

Overview

Music, Culture And Practice at Maynooth University is grounded in cutting-edge academic and creative research, positioning students at the forefront of scholarly exploration.

Collaborating with esteemed international scholars in the Department's key disciplines of musicology and/or performance, students explore a core curriculum that focuses on honing research and creative skills in these areas.

This is complemented by a diverse range of electives that cater to individual specialisation in musicology or performance, or while also allowing students to maintain a more diverse programme of study.This comprehensive degree equips students with the tools required to pursue musicological and/or practice-based research, to foster specialisation and to nurture independent scholarship.

Immersed in a vibrant and collaborative research culture, students will enrich their academic experience by regularly interacting with visiting seminar speakers, performers, and composers. A distinctive feature of our programme is the inclusion of an elective placement component, providing students with practical experiences that enhance their academic and professional growth.

Careers after your Masters

Our graduates typically go on to successful careers in

• the Creative Arts,
• in Music Industry,
• Music Broadcasting,
• Music Journalism,
• Music Adminsitration
• and/or Teaching in established institutions in Ireland and internationally.