Dublin City University

Music, Sound, Culture and Media (MA)

Dublin City University

Degree:Master
Field of Study:Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Music, General
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $27,469

This cost is an approximate conversion from European Euros (EUR) to Canadian dollars (CAD).



Careers:Musicians and Singers

Description:

Bringing together expertise in Music and Communications across two Schools in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the MA in Music, Sound, Culture & Media is an interdisciplinary programme, which includes creative and collaborative components and offers hybrid delivery for international and Ireland-based students. This programme is also the first masters that introduces sound studies within an Irish and International context.

This programme is designed for students who are curious about, and eager to engage in, interdisciplinary fields in sonic media and creative studies and practices. The programme includes options for creative practice alongside critical, interpretive, analytical and reflective components. It is particularly suited to creative practitioners who wish to deepen their expertise through a period of reflective study and extend and credentialise their practice. It is equally suited to aspiring professionals in cultural policy and community development as well as, creative leadership in music production, sonic arts, audio-visual production and screen industries.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Requirements:

    Requirements for admission to the MA in Music, Sound, Culture and Media, successful applicants will have:

    • A degree at the level of an Irish or UK Honours undergraduate degree (H2.2 or above) or international equivalent.
    • Recognition of prior professional experience in the production and curation of music/sound/media/arts and culture will be considered at entry stage, in accordance with standard DCU policies. 

     

    All Applicants must apply through DCU's Student Application Portal which is available here. Here's a quick step by step guide if you need help with your application:

    • Provide Academic Transcripts for each and every year of study with English translation, if applicable.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Work Experience

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on November 11, 2026

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