What will I learn?

This programme aims to provide a fourth level programme in Music for students who wish to engage in high quality research in selected areas of the discipline. In addition, the MLitt in Music includes a number of generic and discipline specific skills modules that will complement its research oriented elements as part of a Structured Research programme at Maynooth University.The subject of research for the thesis must be approved by the Head of Department and must be based on original research conducted under the direction of a designated member of the Department.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

€14,000.00 (12,65,937) per year

Total Rent for Full Academic Year- 6229 Single room

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Maynooth University

Maynooth University, Maynooth,

MAYNOOTH,

Kildare,

W23 F2H6, Leinster, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

Normally a 2.1 or equivalent first degree in Music or in a related discipline; a 2.1 or equivalent Masters degree in Music or in a related discipline. Further to application via PAC, an interview will be conducted, where students are expected to present a research plan to the department. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact members of staff in their projected area of research.

Language Requirements

In the case of Musicological research, students are expected to have some knowledge of the language of the composer(s) or author(s) whose work they intend to research. It is strongly recommended that they build up such knowledge to proficiency level during their studies.

Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.