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Master of Arts [M.A] [Music Composition] From Maynooth University

Maynooth, KildareLocation
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Master of Arts [M.A] (Music Composition)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$17,280 /Yr

€16,000 /Yr

Core modules in contemporary compositional technique and the study of works and writings of other composers help broaden your compositional focus and allow you to develop your own voice in the exciting world of contemporary music. These activities are complimented by regular talks and consultations with visiting professional composers and opportunities for performance of your works by visiting performers and student ensembles.

Career Options

Recent graduates have gone on to enjoy successful careers as composer (for media and art-music), arranger, performer/improviser, music copyist, essayist/critic, and in fields such as arts management and broadcasting amongst others. The skills developed in the MA in at??are transferable to many diverse areas of employment beyond the creative industries, including primary, secondary and third-level education, research based careers (e.g. research and consultative work, not only in the arts but also general public sector organisations), and administrative or managerial roles.

For example, non-arts-based companies also look for creative, independent employees and their particular skillset. Key skills are developed throughout the course, such as:

  • Identifying, analysing and solving problems;
  • Prioritising tasks, coping with complexity, setting achievable goals and taking action;
  • Working independently and as a team;
  • Communicating (both orally and in writing);
  • Demonstrating confidence and motivation to start and finish the job, adaptability/flexibility, creativity, initiative, leadership, decision-making, negotiating and the ability to cope with stress;
  • Applying and exploiting information technology;
  • Demonstrating critical evaluation of the outcomes of the professional practice;
  • Reflecting on and evaluate one's own practice

Postgraduate options - The MA in Composition also prepares students for doctoral study in composition.


Important Dates

Tentative
EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake Jul 31, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$17280 (EUR 16000)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level. The degree should be at level 8 in any subject with some mathematical content.

English Language Requirements:

Exams Min. Marks Required
Duolingo English Test 110
IELTS 6.5
Pearson Test of English 58
TOEFL  79

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

92 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

59 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE


Ranking

202420232021202020192018

Times Higher Education logo
Arts 301 out of 691 in Global Ranking
( #4 out of 6 in Ireland 2024)

QS World University logo
Arts 451 out of 551 in Global Ranking
( #6 out of 6 in Ireland 2024)

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Government of Ireland International Education ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 10,800/Yr$10,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
SETU Waterford academic scholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
TU Dublin Centenary ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Axol Science ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 2,160/Yr$2,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCompany-Sponsored
ASID Foundation Legacy ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 4,320/Yr$4,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,304/Yr$1,207Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based


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