The musical workplace and wider arts industry requires employers and employees to engage with a broad range of writing about music, from traditional academic writing, music journalism, and publicity materials (press releases, programme notes, etc.) to broadcasting scripts, grant applications and reporting. This micro-credential course enables students with the skills required to improve their writing skills in these domains with practical writing scenarios and regular engagement with academic and industry professionals.
This course is ideal for:
professionals in the music industry wishing to upskill or refresh their craft;
professionals in related disciplines wishing to move laterally or broaden their knowledge;
students and academics wanting to learn how to pitch material to the general public and how to adapt this knowledge to the needs of industry;
interested amateur writers and musicians.
This course involves industry experts both within and outside academia and encourages students to develop closer links with external stakeholders such as The Journal of Music, Chamber Choir Ireland, Contemporary Music Centre and Arts Council Ireland through the teaching and assessment of the course. For those already in employment, the course offers an opportunity to strengthen and deepen such industrial and artistic relationships.
The course will be delivered through eight online evening classes/seminars and two on-campus weekend workshops.
Participants on the course will work on written assignments culminating in the creation of a professionally relevant body of written work.
Maynooth University is a public research university located in Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland. It is known for its strong academic programs, vibrant campus life, and commitment to research.
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Students at Maynooth University can expect a vibrant and engaging campus experience. The university offers a wide range of clubs, societies, and activities, including sports, music, drama, and volunteering opportunities. The campus is located in a picturesque setting, with easy access to Dublin and other major cities.
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Applicants should hold at a minimum an honours (NFQ level 8) Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent international qualification.
This course is also open to experienced professionals who do not hold a primary or higher degree but have relevant work experience with entry via Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL). .
Applicants who wish to apply via RPEL must submit a completed RPEL form with their application. . Evidence of graduate-level writing ability will be requested as part of the application process for applicants without a first degree.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the term given to giving formal recognition for relevant learning already obtained prior to starting on a programme or module. That learning may have been attained in a formal, non-formal and informal experience or context.
Note that not all programmes at Maynooth University offer RPL for entry, for transfer or for module exemptions. This would be particularly true of programmes which are accredited by professional bodies.
