Master of Music in Musicology
Study Discipline: Architecture & Design, Arts & Humanities
Study Programme Details
City: Pretoria
Country: South Africa
Admission Sessions: Summer Session
Study Format: Full Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Immerse yourself in the world of music scholarship with the Master of Music in Musicology at the University of South Africa (UNISA). Our program offers unparalleled distance education, combining academic rigor with a career-focused approach in the arts, humanities, social sciences, religion, and theology.
Embark on a journey of academic excellence that transcends boundaries and enriches your understanding of musicology. Our commitment to providing high-quality education resonates with our vision of becoming the African college of excellence in the social and human sciences. This program is designed to make a continuous and positive contribution in the service of humanity.
Overview
The Master of Musicology at UNISA aligns its vision with that of the university, aspiring to be a beacon of excellence in the social and human sciences. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of learning, teaching, research, and service that positively impacts individuals and communities. Striving for excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement, we make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Admission Requirements
An appropriate bachelor honours degree, or an appropriate postgraduate diploma, or a 480 credit bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 96 credits at NQF level 8 in Musicology with an average of 60%. A student who is admitted on the strength of a postgraduate diploma or a 480 credit bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 96 credits at level 8 and who has not completed a module in research methodology may be required to complete such a module (HRHMV81) at NQF level 8 for NDP before he/she will be allowed to register for the dissertation.
All students with foreign qualifications, including those with qualifications from African countries, must have their qualifications evaluated at SAQA. (www.saqa.org.za)
In addition to the above requirements, applicants must submit a transcript or an academic record, as well as a document describing their intended research. Students will be accepted on the following criteria:
Suitability and viability of the intended research;
adequate supervisory capacity and research expertise in the discipline or department.
There is an approved selection procedure which is in line with Unisa’s policies on equality and diversity in the discipline or department.
- Music in Vienna from the Late 18th Century
- Classic and Romantic Music
- Music in Postcolonial Africa
- Research Methodologies in Musicology
- Music Business
- Opera
- Music in Religion
- Jazz Studies
For more information, please visit respective university web page link.
Future Career Outcomes
Our graduates stand as testaments to the success and impact of the Master of Musicology program. Real-world examples showcase the alignment of the program with industry demands, emphasizing the development of skills essential for success in the evolving job market. The program not only imparts academic knowledge but also nurtures a holistic skill set that prepares graduates for a diverse range of careers in the dynamic field of musicology.
Related Career Pathways
Academic Lecturer in Musicology, Cultural Event Planner, Curator of Music Collections, Music Critic and Journalist, Music Researcher
Visa Requirements:
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