Embark on a scholarly journey with the Master of Arts in Music and Specialization in Medieval and Renaissance Studies at the University of Ottawa. This postgraduate program is designed for ambitious students aiming to deepen their understanding of music within the rich historical context of the medieval and Renaissance periods. You will explore interdisciplinary approaches to research, developing critical analytical skills essential for dissecting the complexities of this era. This specialization is ideal if you seek to enhance your primary music studies with a robust, scholarly focus on one of history's most transformative cultural periods.
This Master of Arts degree is studied full-time on campus over two years, integrating your primary music curriculum with specialized Medieval and Renaissance Studies coursework. You will complete core units in medieval studies, including research methods and interdisciplinary seminars, alongside your musicology or music theory electives. The program culminates in a master's thesis, allowing you to conduct in-depth, original research on a topic at the intersection of music and medieval/Renaissance studies. You will graduate with advanced research skills and a unique interdisciplinary profile, prepared for doctoral studies or specialized academic and curatorial roles.