MA Ethnomusicology
Course Overview
This one-year MA in Ethnomusicology provides a dynamic exploration of music within its cultural and social frameworks, blending the study of Irish Traditional, Popular, and World Music through both academic and hands-on approaches. The program is built on a foundation of rigorous theoretical training and immersive fieldwork, preparing graduates for diverse careers in research, education, and cultural sectors. It uniquely positions Irish musical traditions within a global context, offering a comprehensive and comparative perspective.
Key Program Highlights
- Professional qualification preparing graduates for careers in research, education, and cultural institutions
- Strong theoretical and methodological grounding for advanced musical research
- Unique combination of academic study with practical performance and dance training
- Emphasis on immersive ethnographic fieldwork as a core research skill
- Global perspective that situates Irish music within wider world music traditions
Course Overview
This one-year MA in Ethnomusicology provides a dynamic exploration of music within its cultural and social frameworks, blending the study of Irish Traditional, Popular, and World Music through both academic and hands-on approaches. The program is built on a foundation of rigorous theoretical training and immersive fieldwork, preparing graduates for diverse careers in research, education, and cultural sectors. It uniquely positions Irish musical traditions within a global context, offering a comprehensive and comparative perspective.
Key Program Highlights
- Professional qualification preparing graduates for careers in research, education, and cultural institutions
- Strong theoretical and methodological grounding for advanced musical research
- Unique combination of academic study with practical performance and dance training
- Emphasis on immersive ethnographic fieldwork as a core research skill
- Global perspective that situates Irish music within wider world music traditions
