Masters Degrees (Ethnomusicology)

Ethnomusicology is the study of “people making music” (Titon). It embraces music from around the world, old and new, professional and amateur, sacred and profane, traditional and newly invented. Read more

The MA in Ethnomusicology is a one-year full-time taught MA course that considers music in its cultural and social contexts. It engages with the study of Irish Traditional Music, Popular Music, World Music in both practical and academic modes. Read more

Theoretical and practical grounding in the discipline of ethnomusicology, the opportunity to develop performance and ethnographic skills, in-depth study of global musical styles, and a practical understanding of how music can work in the sphere of social development – just some of what you can expect to develop on the MA Music. Read more

Our MusM Music (Ethnomusicology) course offers a solid master's-level foundation in ethnomusicology. Read more

The MA Music (Ethnomusicology) introduces a range of methodologies in relation to the study of music in its cultural contexts. Read more

This course offers you the opportunity to consolidate and expand your knowledge of music in a world-leading university. In our Musicology & Ethnomusicology pathway, you can explore a wide range of music and approaches, while learning advanced skills in writing and research. Read more

Cutting-edge research with an Irish grounding and a world-wide reach lies at the heart of our taught Master's programme, which gives students the opportunity to work with scholars of international standing in the School’s core disciplines of ethnomusicology, historical musicology and cultural history. Read more

We are all innately creative, whether through the stories we recount, the jokes we tell, the songs we sing, the traditions we keep, the online 'memes' we create and share, our customs and beliefs, the ways we remember those who have passed away, the festivals we celebrate, or the clothes we wear. Read more

Theoretical and practical grounding in the discipline of ethnomusicology, the opportunity to develop performance and ethnographic skills, in-depth study of global musical styles, and a practical understanding of how music can work in the sphere of social development – just some of what you can expect to develop on the MA Music. Read more

Providing a balance of broad-based study and specialist training, this masters course is designed to meet your needs whether you wish to specialise as preparation for future research or take a more varied set of options as a stand along qualification. Read more

This MA has been designed to provide students with a general knowledge of the principles and methods of Anthropology. Read more

The MA in Music is structured to allow you to intensively pursue a specific sub-discipline in Music, accommodating your particular research interests. Read more

The MMus offers a flexible route to advanced musical study including classical, popular, world, contemporary, early, folk and traditional. Read more

The MA Music advances your exploration of today’s music in all its complexity. From a range of stimulating pathways, you choose one that best suits your interests. Read more