Program Overview
The MA in Performance & Musicology at Maynooth University fosters advanced skills in performance and musicology. Graduates gain a solid foundation for careers in solo performance, arts administration, and further postgraduate study.
Program Outline
MA Performance & Musicology:
Degree Overview:
The MA in Performance & Musicology degree at Maynooth University is designed to nurture and develop skills in performance and musicology at the postgraduate level. It provides a solid foundation in research methodologies, individual tutorial guidance, and culminates in a dissertation on a chosen topic related to the final recital performance. The program takes place within the enriched environment of the Department of Music, renowned for its research and teaching expertise in musicology, composition, technology, and performance.
Outline:
- Funding towards lessons on your instrument/voice.
- Priority access to practice room facilities.
- Regular rehearsal time with an official accompanist.
- Performance opportunities in Performance Seminar classes.
- Priority allocation of tutorial time with visiting performers.
- Involvement in Research Seminar presentations.
- Expert advice on interpretative issues from musicologists, performers and composers.
Teaching:
The program utilizes various teaching methods including:
- Expert advice on interpretative issues from musicologists, performers and composers.
- Individual tutorial guidance.
- Research seminars for presentation and feedback.
The program boasts a distinguished faculty with expertise in various fields of music.
Careers:
The MA in Performance & Musicology program equips graduates with a range of skills and knowledge valuable in various career paths, including:
- Freelance solo performing career
- Arts administration
- Events management
- Further postgraduate study
- Entry into the program requires an audition and interview for external/international applicants and those who did not specialize in performance in their undergraduate program.
- The program is offered in September.
- International applicants should contact the Department of Music for details on the audition process.
