Course Summary
The course offers a wide variety of choice from performance, to computer programming, ancient traditions to contemporary experience, from high art to heavy metal. Performance, composition, music history (musicology) and the music of other cultures (ethnomusicology) are just a selection of different aspects of music you will study in the Music programme. Students participate in ensembles such as the Chamber Choir, Maynooth University Orchestra and Traditional Music Ensemble.
This subject is one of 32 subjects in the Maynooth Bachelor of Arts Degree - MH101. The 32 subjects are timetabled in 6 groups. You can choose 2, 3 or 4 subjects in 1st year - a maximum 1 subject per group.
Choose MH101 on your CAO application.
You will choose your MH101 subjects when you register in September 2025.
You will have up to four weeks to change your mind on your subjects.
Most MH101 subjects require no prior knowledge.
Note: Some MH101 subjects require specific Leaving Certificate grades. These extra requirements are not checked by the CAO but are checked by the University when it comes to subject registration in September.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
Language options with this course
The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Maynooth Electives page.
* Time abroad utilising this language
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a
period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your
language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible
for this course.
Entry Requirements
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PLC Progression Links
PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.
Search for PLC Courses offering these awards (Click on the Codes)
| PLC Codes | Award Title |
| 5M0528 | Media Production |
| 5M0529 | Software Development |
| 5M0536 | Computer Systems and Networks |
| 5M0828 | eBusiness |
| 5M1761 | Intellectual Disability Practice |
| 5M18294 | Office Informatics |
| 5M18518 | Media Production |
| 5M18519 | Film and Television Production |
| 5M1995 | Graphic Design |
| 5M1997 | Office Administration |
| 5M2009 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
| 5M2011 | Music |
| 5M20599 | Music |
| 5M2067 | Information Processing |
| 5M2069 | Marketing |
| 5M2073 | Language and European Studies |
| 5M2102 | Business Studies |
| 5M2110 | Security Studies |
| 5M2111 | International Trade |
| 5M2146 | Multimedia Production |
| 5M21473 | Early Learning & Care |
| 5M2149 | Sound Production |
| 5M2154 | Cultural and Heritage Studies |
| 5M2155 | Creative Media |
| 5M2181 | Applied Social Studies |
| 5M2464 | Journalism |
| 5M2468 | Business Administration |
| 5M2786 | Community Care |
| 5M3050 | Community Development |
| 5M3114 | General Studies |
| 5M3371 | Horsemanship |
| 5M3635 | Education and Training |
| 5M3782 | Health Service Skills |
| 5M3789 | Legal Studies |
| 5M3807 | Laboratory Techniques |
| 5M3865 | Fashion Design |
| 5M4339 | Healthcare Support |
| 5M4349 | Nursing Studies |
| 5M4468 | Community Health Services |
| 5M4511 | Radio Production |
| 5M4732 | Youth Work |
| 5M5010 | Construction Technology |
| 5M5011 | Tourism with Business |
| 5M5028 | Applied Ecology |
| 5M5048 | Creative Media |
| 5M5146 | Sports, Recreation and Exercise |
| 5M5158 | Film and Television Production |
| 5M5162 | Media Engineering |
| 5M5163 | Theatre Performance |
| 5M5267 | Food Science |
| 6M0691 | Software Development |
| 6M0695 | Computer Systems and Networks |
| 6M18534 | Film and Television Production |
| 6M2007 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
| 6M20602 | Music |
| 6M2115 | Supervisory Management for Manufacturing |
| 6M21471 | Early Learning & Care |
| 6M2218 | Social and Vocational Integration |
| 6M2263 | Inclusive Education and Training |
| 6M3115 | Information, Advice and Advocacy |
| 6M3566 | Drama |
| 6M3618 | Arts Administration |
| 6M3674 | Community Development |
| 6M4587 | Management |
| 6M4749 | Leisure Facility Supervisory Management |
| 6M4978 | Health Services Supervisory Management Skills |
| 6M4985 | Business |
| 6M5012 | Tourism with Business |
| 6M5013 | Administration |
| 6M5014 | International Contact Centre Service |
| 6M5128 | Classical Acting |
| 6M5130 | Media Production |
| 6M5132 | Multimedia |
| 6M5147 | Sports, Recreation and Exercise |
| 6M5149 | Broadcasting |
| 6M5159 | Film and Television Production |
| 6M5545 | Cartoon Animation |
This Information is Correct for 2025 Entry
Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Career Progression
Choral director, church organist/director of music, music librarian, orchestral/session musician, composer/arranger are just some of the roles our graduates have found employment in. Graduates have also worked in the following fields: arts administration, multimedia, music industry, music journalism, music publicity and recording, radio production and presentation.
Further Research
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