MA Musicology
University of York
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Delve beneath the surface of music with this pathway, designed for students interested in the academic study of music.The Musicology pathway of our MA Music programme combines music history with critical musicology, allowing you to deepen your knowledge of western art music in a critical and theoretically informed manner. By the time you graduate, youll have the ability to evaluate complex ideas and to carry out independent research on musicological areas of interest. You will understand how ...Read more

Delve beneath the surface of music with this pathway, designed for students interested in the academic study of music.

The Musicology pathway of our MA Music programme combines music history with critical musicology, allowing you to deepen your knowledge of western art music in a critical and theoretically informed manner. By the time you graduate, you'll have the ability to evaluate complex ideas and to carry out independent research on musicological areas of interest. You will understand how your own work fits into the broader field of musicology and will have the capacity to contribute to that field.

You're encouraged to attend the weekly Research Seminar series where invited speakers, staff members and PhD students give presentations about their latest work, giving you the opportunity to meet other postgraduate researchers. The Department has a broad community of staff and students working in many different areas of music history and critical musicology.

Assessment and feedback

?You’ll produce Guided Submissions in the first section of your course and a larger Independent Submission towards the end. These will take the form of written essays and presentations. You'll also present a paper at a conference organised by MA students.

Careers and skills

By the end of the programme, you will have gained a deep understanding of representative areas of western art music history. You will have enhanced your writing and critical thinking skills, and will be able to communicate your knowledge effectively; skills that are sought after in a wide range of careers. Your research skills will also leave you well prepared for PhD study and beyond.

Career opportunities

  • Music producer
  • Music therapist
  • Secondary school music teacher
  • Sound designer
  • University teacher
  • Sound technician, broadcasting/film/video

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49/101
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17th
What students say
LG
Le Gia Toai
30 Oct 23

The best aspects of my uni experience are: 1) The academic staff at my department (Music): most of them are really friendly, witty, welcoming and supportive. 2) It is located in..Read more

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Music or another relevant discipline. We will also consider your application if you have a 2:2 honours degree and relevant professional experience.

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£11,200 per year

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£25,900 per year

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£25,900 per year

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Le Gia Toai
30 Oct 23
MA Musicology
The best aspects of my uni experience are: 1) The academic staff at my department (Music): most of them are really friendly, witty, welcoming and supportive. 2) It is located in...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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