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Music (M.A.): Musicology (Thesis) at McGill University

McGill University, Canada

Programme overview

The M.A. in Music - Musicology program focuses on the diverse ways in which music's political, social, and historical contexts shape the meanings. The program comprises foundational methodologies, critical thinking skills and exploration of themes in musicological literature and analytical skills. Students write an in-depth monograph-style thesis.

Faculty: Schulich School of Music  |  Department: Music  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

The 45-credit programme is structured as: Required Courses (30 credits); Complementary Courses (15 credits).

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Application information

Apply through the official page: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply

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