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Overview
The musical workplace and wider arts industry requires employers and employees to engage with a broad range of writing about music, from traditional academic writing, music journalism, and publicity materials (press releases, programme notes, etc.) to broadcasting scripts, grant applications and reporting.
Career Options
- Developing writing skills about music is key to variety of roles within the wider musical world, and can open up different avenues for those already working in the music industry.
- The The Writing About Music - Criticism, Journalism and Professional Development program from Maynooth University will be highly beneficial to those looking to work in music journalism, criticism, and promotion. It will help musicians, composers and administrators develop skills in new spheres, and allow them to move to different roles within their areas.
- It will also help music graduates develop new skills in writing for a broader audience. It will also be of benefit to those navigating the early stages of a career, in helping them write and present their work and artistic vision to funders, promoters, and audiences.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Writing About Music - Criticism , Journalism and Professional Development
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
10 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Maynooth, Ireland
Disciplines
Music JournalismWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants should hold at a minimum an honours (NFQ level 8) Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent international qualification.
- This course is also open to experienced professionals who do not hold a primary or higher degree but have relevant work experience with entry via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents480 EUR / full≈ 480 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals480 EUR / full≈ 480 EUR / full
Living costs
Maynooth
Ireland
650 - 1000 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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