Course Summary
The UCD School of Music is home to internationally-renowned scholars working in the areas of classical Western Music, African-American music, sacred music of India, the music of medieval Ireland and Europe, film music and performance practice. We hold a conviction that research and teaching are critically interrelated, mutually sustaining and equally valued.
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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.
Entry Requirements
Applicants to the MLitt programme should have achieved a first or a very high 2.1 in their undergraduate and/or postgraduate degrees.
Application Details
If you would like to apply for a MLitt programme, please email Anne Hallinan at [email protected] the School Administrator, who will arrange for you to consult an academic staff member.
Fees
If you would like to apply for a MLitt programme, please email Anne Hallinan at [email protected] the School Administrator, who will arrange for you to consult an academic staff member.
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.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Duration
Music Z114 Graduate Research MLitt On Campus FT 2 Years