The MA English and Music at the University of Aberdeen offers you a rich, interdisciplinary exploration of the arts, designed for students passionate about both literary analysis and musical expression. You will delve into diverse literary periods, from medieval writings and Renaissance drama to modernism and contemporary literature, while simultaneously engaging with music studies that encompass composition, history, and theory. This degree is ideal if you seek to understand the intricate connections between words and music, developing a sophisticated critical perspective on cultural production and its historical contexts.
This full-time, on-campus programme is structured over four years, allowing you to build a comprehensive understanding through compulsory courses in your early years, such as Academic Writing and Introduction to Music Studies. As you progress, you will have the flexibility to choose optional modules in English literature and Music, tailoring your studies to your specific interests. In your final year, you will undertake a significant independent research project, choosing between an English Dissertation or a Dissertation in Music. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, prepared for careers in education, arts administration, publishing, or further academic research.