Musicology

The Master's programme in Musicology is an extension of the graduate programme and trains graduates for the most demanding professional roles in the wider field of musicology. It offers a deepening of basic knowledge in musicology and ethnomusicology, a thorough familiarisation with some musicological special fields and skills, and students are also introduced to independent professional and scientific research work through seminars and internships. Students in the combined course acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to work in a second professional field, which also expands their employment opportunities.

Due to the wide presence and accessibility of music, employment opportunities for graduates are also very broad: Musicology skills are needed in any institution that deals with music in some way. Musicologists are often employed in the media, both public and private, as that is where music is most present. They also look after the diverse musical heritage held in many libraries, archives and museums. As advisors and organisers in the public and private sectors, they help to shape musical life at local and national levels (e.g. as head of a concert agency, music manager, artistic director of a music ensemble, director of cultural institutions and in the wider field of heritage and tourism management). Graduates of the combined course in education usually work in the teaching profession, while graduates who show interest and skills in scientific research during their studies can focus on research in one of the many musicological fields.