The Music Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of Galway is designed for students passionate about exploring the diverse landscape of music and its profound impact on society. You will engage deeply with performance, composition, musicology, and sound engineering, while also developing essential skills in creative arts management and business. This undergraduate programme provides a comprehensive understanding of music's historical evolution and its contemporary relevance, preparing you for a dynamic career within the thriving Irish and international creative arts sectors. This full-time, four-year on-campus degree allows you to tailor your studies, combining core music subjects with complementary disciplines such as Psychology, Languages, or Information Technology.
Throughout your studies, you will benefit from a vibrant learning environment at the University of Galway, with opportunities for practical experience. In your third year, you will undertake a semester abroad or a professional placement with a leading arts, media, or educational organisation, gaining invaluable real-world insights. You will graduate with highly transferable skills in research, public presentation, teamwork, and written and verbal communication, positioning you for diverse career paths in performance, teaching, arts administration, journalism, and beyond.