Music and Culture MA

The Master of Arts in Music & Culture at University College Dublin is an innovative and interdisciplinary program that provides students with an in-depth understanding of the relationship between music, culture, and society. The program covers a wide range of topics such as musicological theory, ethnomusicology, cultural studies, and music technology. In addition to core coursework in these areas, students will also gain hands-on experience through field trips and research projects in which they can explore the intersections between music, history, politics, literature, art, and other facets of culture. Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for careers in the academic or professional worlds such as arts administration; teaching; music journalism; or cultural research. With a strong network of alumni and partnerships with leading organizations within the industry, this program provides students with excellent career prospects and opportunities to make meaningful contributions towards understanding the role that music plays in our lives today.