Embark on the MA Music and Philosophy at the University of Aberdeen, a distinctive postgraduate programme designed for those who seek to explore the profound connections between sonic creation and existential inquiry. This course is ideal if you are passionate about understanding how music shapes our experience of reality, knowledge, and culture, and how philosophical thought can illuminate musical practice. You will delve into the critical analysis of music, from historical contexts to contemporary ethnomusicology, while simultaneously engaging with fundamental philosophical questions, preparing you for advanced academic or creative pursuits.
This full-time, on-campus MA is structured over two years, offering a rich blend of compulsory and optional modules across both disciplines. You will engage in in-depth study, including specialised courses such as Analysing Music, Introduction to Ethnomusicology, and advanced Philosophy seminars, culminating in a significant dissertation in either Music or Philosophy in your final year. You will develop advanced research, critical thinking, and analytical skills, graduating with a unique interdisciplinary perspective valuable for careers in academia, arts management, cultural criticism, or further specialised study.