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  Sacred Music (MLitt)


University of St Andrews    School of Divinity

Full time & Part time September Other One year full time or two years part time Award winner
Creative Arts & Design (9) Theology & Religious Studies (34)

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The MLitt in Sacred Music at the University of St Andrews is a dynamic programme that combines theology, imagination, and the arts. Whether you're an aspiring church musician or planning to pursue doctoral research in the field, this one-year full-time or two-year part-time course is designed to deepen your understanding of sacred music-making. With a focus on both the theoretical and practical aspects, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in music composition, choral directing, organ, and instrumental music in worship. Taught by renowned musicians and scholars, you'll benefit from state-of-the-art music facilities and the vibrant musical life of the University. To be eligible, you'll need a good undergraduate Honours degree and relevant experience in theology or music. So, if you're passionate about sacred music and want to explore its theological and artistic foundations, this programme is perfect for you. Visit the website for more information and start your journey towards a fulfilling career in church music.

About the course

The MLitt in Sacred Music is a one year full-time or two years part-time taught programme and is run jointly by the School of Divinity's Institute for Theology, Imagination and the Arts (ITIA) and the University of St Andrews Music Centre.

The course is aimed at those intending to carry out church music performance and leadership roles, clergy, and those seeking a self-contained programme of study in sacred music or planning to pursue doctoral research in the field.

Students will deepen their understanding of the theological and artistic underpinnings of sacred music-making, and, where applicable, will develop their practical skills of sacred music performance and leadership.

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Entry Requirements

A good 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree and relevant experience in theology or music.

English language proficiency.

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