Ethnomusicology

Key programme benefits to future students



Students will develop critical, intercultural competencies in musical discourse and practice.



Students will develop a sound theoretical basis for undertaking music research.



Students will develop applied skills in fieldwork and ethnographic writing.

Autumn Modules

• Introduction to Fieldwork Techniques

• Media Technologies for Performing Arts & Art Research

• Introduction to Ritual Studies

• History of Ethnomusicology

• Music Ethnography



Optional Modules (choose one)

Independent Study 1 | Writing and

Documentation of Arts Practice 1



Spring Modules

• Critical Engagements with Irish Traditional Music

• The Anthropology of Music

• World Music Survey



Optional Modules (choose one)

Independent Study 2 | Writing and documentation of Arts Practice 2

Summer Modules

• Final Presentation

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant or appropriate subject.



The university will shortlist and invite you to an interview with the course director.



Applications from graduates with music and/or dance experience are especially welcome.



Other Entry Considerations:



We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme.



At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

1 year full-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

University and college lecturers in ethnomusicology, secondary teachers of music, professional music performers, music archivists, music administrators, music educators, and media specialists.