Sound & Music Computing

Modules

MU610A Acoustics and Psychoacoustics (Semester I 10 ECTs)



MU612A Sound Recording Techniques (Semester I; 10 ECTs)



MU611A Software Sound Synthesis (Semester I; 10 ECTs)



MU614A Music Systems Programming 1 (Semester I; 10 ECTs)



MU633 Contemporary Compositional Techniques (Semester I; 10 ECTs)



MU619A Electroacoustic Composition (Semester II; 10 ECTs)



MU621A Music Recording Project (Semester II; 10 ECTs)



MU616A Musical Signal Processing (Semester II; 10 ECTs)



MU617A Interactive Systems (Semester II; 10 ECTs)



MU620A Music Systems Programming 2 (Semester II; 10 ECTs)



MU635 Aesthetics of 20th/ 21st Century Music (Semester II; 10 ECTs)



MU643 Thesis/ Portfolio (30 ECTs)



OTHER OPTIONAL MODULES*

from other taught programmes in the University

MD630 Creative Interactive Computing (Semester I; 10 ECTs)

Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level, with a 2.1 class Honours as a minimum (or equivalent).



Minimum English language requirements: please visit Maynooth University International Office website for information about English language tests accepted and required scores. The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and non-EU applicants.

Applications are open for the 2025/6 academic year. Visit our online application portal to start your application.

We are here to support you throughout the admissions process.



For queries on your postgraduate course options please contact pgstudies@mu.ie

For queries or support on your application process please contact pgadmissions@mu.ie



If you are an international (Non-EU) applicant please contact internationaladmissions@mu.ie

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.

Roles in Music and Media

Creative Industries

Software Development

Academic Research