Graduate Programmes

MMus Music and Culture - 1 year

Our MMus taught postgraduate programme gives students the opportunity to work with scholars of international standing in the School’s core disciplines of historical musicology, ethnomusicology, and composition.

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MMus Music & Culture Scholarship Opportunity

MMus Music & Culture Funding Opportunities

There are numerous funding sources available for MMus applications, including the UCD School of Music’s own scholarships. To be considered for these School Scholarships, you will need to apply before Friday 16 May 2026. For some other funding schemes, you may need to apply before this date. For details, see our page on MMus funding opportunities.

MLitt: Research Master of Literature in Music - 2 years 

The MLitt degree is a two year research degree, leading to the writing of a thesis of 40,000 to 50,000 words which will treat its subject in a systematic and independent way. 

PhD: Doctor of Philosophy in Music - 4 years

The PhD is a four year structured degree programme centred around the submission of a longer dissertation.

These programmes are primarily aimed at students who want to pursue independent musicological research.

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UCD School of Music - Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme

The School of Music at University College Dublin invites expressions of interest from potential doctoral researchers wishing to apply for Government of Ireland (GOI) Postgraduate Scholarships with a start date of Autumn 2026.  The School offers bespoke support to selected applicants. 

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