Program Overview
The Music Technology at Cork Institute of Technology is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Music Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 11,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cork, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Recording Studio 1
- Computer Music 1
- Acoustics and Psychoacoustics
- Problem Solving & Programming
- Interpreting Sound & Music
- Audio Electronics
- I.T. Law and Ethics
- Digital Culture
- Marketing & Media Law
- Core Instrumental Studies 5
- Core Instrumental Studies 7
- Devised Performance Project
- Recording Studio 2
- Computer Music 2
- Sound Synthesis
- Audio Signal Processing
- Ethics & Aesthetics
- Cybercultures
- Business & Info Management
- Core Instrumental Studies 6
- Core Instrumental Studies 8
- Devised Performance Project
- Music Performance Contexts
- Electronic Composition Project
- Music & Technology Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online application is open for course commencing in 7th September 2016.
- Application closing date: 21st August 2016. Late applications may be considered if a place becomes available.
- Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of \xc2\x80400 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee.
- Please attach and upload any documents such as CV, other details relevant to the application.
- An honours 2.2 degree is needed and interviews will be held in July/August, if required, where the applicant must display musical competence.
- Non-standard applicants with extensive experience will be considered and should contact the Course Coordinator.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 3,800 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cork Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Cork Institute of Technology
Cork Institute of Technology
Cork, Ireland
Cork Institute of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date October 2025
- Language English
- Duration 12 months