Master of Music

Program Overview

The Musicology program at Victoria University of Wellington is a postgraduate program that delves into the study of music from diverse scholarly perspectives. It explores the history, analysis, and critical approaches to music, equipping students with the ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate effectively about music. The program culminates in a thesis on a chosen musicology topic.

Program Outline

However, we can glean some insights from the overall program description:

• Focus: Musicology delves into the study of music from diverse scholarly perspectives.
• Level: Offered at the postgraduate level.
• Content: Explores the history, analysis, and critical approaches to music, delving into both familiar and lesser-known works.
• Outcomes: Equips students with the ability to:
• Analyze and interpret music from various periods and cultures.
• Develop informed perspectives on music's role in society.
• Communicate effectively about music through writing and speaking.
• Thesis: The program culminates in a thesis on a chosen musicology (or ethnomusicology) topic.

Other:

• Location: Musicology is offered at the Kelburn campus in Wellington, New Zealand.
• Duration: The program spans 3 trimesters.