Music - Composition & Creative Music Practice
Advance your artistic practice through an immersive Master's programme in composition and creative music at the University of Limerick.
Best for:Best for creative musicians and composers seeking to develop specialized projects across traditional, experimental, and contemporary music genres.
Overview
The Master's in Music - Composition & Creative Music Practice at the University of Limerick is tailored for creative musicians looking to explore specific traditions or experiment at the intersections of Irish traditional, classical, experimental, popular, world musics, and sound art. This programme offers a stimulating environment for developing advanced compositional and performance skills. Students engage with diverse musical practices, refine their creative portfolios, and participate in rigorous academic and artistic mentorship. Applicants are expected to demonstrate strong foundational musicianship and a clear commitment to innovative creative practice.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute advanced creative music composition projects
- Engage in critical analysis of various musical traditions and contemporary sound practices
- Participate in workshops, seminars, and collaborative performances
- Prepare and curate a comprehensive portfolio of original creative work
- Complete a major thesis or creative project as part of the Master's requirements
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant or appropriate subject
Degree offered: Master's (Level 9 NFQ)
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated proficiency in music composition or creative music practice
- Ability to contextualize work within relevant musical traditions or experimental genres
- Capacity to produce and curate a professional portfolio of creative work
- Applicants must hold a relevant Level 8 bachelor's degree or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
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How to apply
Submit your application through the official University of Limerick application portal. Ensure you include all required documentation, including your academic transcripts and a comprehensive portfolio of your creative work. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview.
- CV
- BSc or BA transcripts
- Portfolio of work
- Cover letter
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