BA (Hons) in Music

Audition

Due to the current circumstances, alternative arrangements have been put in place for the auditions for the BA (Hons) Music programme at WIT. For students who list WD027 Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Music on their CAO before 1 February 2021, will have the option of submitting an audition video (submissions by Friday 23 April) or attending a Zoom audition which will take place from 21-24 April 2021.

If you do not receive details about these alternative arrangements, please email [email protected]

The audition process

What is the BA (Hons) in Music course?

The BA (Hons) in Music is a four year full-time degree which aims to give the student a well-rounded third level music education.  The course offers a balance between practical and theoretical modules within the context of the principal music genres (classical, Irish traditional, jazz and popular).  This diversity will serve the student well both in the current job market and in pursuing postgraduate study opportunities.

BA (Hons) in Music course special features

The BA (Hons) in Music offers a unique opportunity to embrace the classical, Irish traditional or jazz and popular music genres.  The balance between academic and practical music subjects is very desirable in the current job market, and the opportunity to specialise in Year 4 allows the student to focus on their strengths.

Restricted Course

Please note that the BA (Hons) in Music is a restricted course, applicants must apply by 1 February.

Instruments

Should you be offered and accept a place on WD027, tuition will be provided in the instruments listed in the attached document titled  [PDF]  WD027 Instrument Listing. You will be required to specialise in one of these instruments.

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