Highlights
Tuition fee
14000 EUR / year
6500 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
14000 EUR / year
6500 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
48 months
Duration
48 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
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Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Maynooth, Ireland
Campus location
Maynooth, Ireland
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Music programme from Maynooth University offers a doctoral-level programme in Music for students who wish to engage in high-quality research in selected areas of the discipline. 

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Overview

In addition, the PhD/MLitt in Music includes a number of generic and specific skills modules that will complement its research-oriented elements as part of a structured research programme at Maynooth University .

The subject of research for the thesis must be approved by the Head of Department and must be based on original research conducted under the direction of a designated member of the Department.

Career Options

On completion of the Music programme from Maynooth University,  the student will be equipped with both specialist and transferrable knowledge, with the capacity for carrying out research of international standards and pursuing a successful career in his/her chosen area. Areas of employment may include: 

  • 3rd- and 4th-level lecturing; 
  • media music technology and software industry; 
  • creative practice; 
  • research; 
  • consultancy; 
  • managerial positions in arts organisations
  •  governmental agencies and other areas; 
  • archival library and museum work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Acoustics
  • Software Sound Synthesis
  • Music Systems Programming
  • Professional Skills - Thesis Completion and Career Development
  • Academic Writing Module
  • Musical Signal Processing
  • Music Systems Programming 
  • Conference Organisation

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months
  • Part-time
    • 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

Research applications are generally accepted at any time.

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
90
PTE Academic
63
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Maynooth, Ireland

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Upper Second Class

English requirements

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120
TOEFL® IBT
90
PTE Academic
63
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Normally a 2.1 or equivalent first degree in Music or in a related discipline; a 2.1 or equivalent Master’s degree in Music or in a related discipline. Further to application via PAC, an interview will be conducted, where students are expected to present a research plan to the department. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact members of staff in their projected area of research.
  • In the case of musicological research, students are expected to have some knowledge of the language of the composer(s) or author(s) whose work they intend to research. It is strongly recommended that they build up such knowledge to proficiency level during their studies
  • Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    14000 EUR / year
    14000 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    6500 EUR / year
    6500 EUR / year

Additional Details

Part-time Tuition Fees:
  • EU: 4330 EUR / Year
Continuation year (Full-Time):
  • EU: 4330 EUR / Year
  • Non-EU: 10000 EUR / Year

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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Music.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Ukrainian Researchers Scheme

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Irish Research Council for the Humanities and Social Sciences
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available

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