BA Hons Music Honours Degree

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: For undergraduate programs, international students need a minimum academic qualification of 75% or above in their previous educational credentials.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall 6.0 or 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 80, with no less than 21 in writing and at least 18 in every other section.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 65, with a minimum of 59.
• DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum 120 overall, with at least 110 in each component.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

TU Dublin understands the importance of providing financial support to international students pursuing their education in Ireland. Scholarships are a valuable resource for students looking to alleviate the financial burden of their studies. 

International Scholarships: TU Dublin offers a variety of scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships may be merit-based, need-based, or a combination of both. They aim to recognize outstanding academic achievement and support students who demonstrate financial need.

Research Scholarships: For students interested in research-based programs, TU Dublin may offer scholarships and funding opportunities for graduate-level research. These scholarships can provide financial support for research projects and help students focus on their academic and research goals.

External Scholarships: TU Dublin encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities provided by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries. These external scholarships can help offset the cost of tuition and living expenses.

Sports and Extracurricular Scholarships: In addition to academic scholarships, TU Dublin may provide scholarships for exceptional athletes or students involved in specific extracurricular activities. These scholarships recognize talents and achievements outside the classroom.

Graduates of the BA Hons Music Honours Degree program at Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) possess a diverse skill set and a deep understanding of music theory, performance, composition, and technology. Equipped with these skills, graduates can pursue various career paths in the music industry and beyond.  

1. Professional Musician: Graduates with exceptional performance skills may pursue careers as soloists, orchestral musicians, session musicians, or members of bands and ensembles. They may perform in concert halls, theaters, clubs, recording studios, or on tour.

2. Composer/Arranger: Those with a passion for composition and arrangement can work as composers for film, television, video games, advertising, or concert music. They may also arrange music for orchestras, bands, choirs, or other ensembles.

3. Music Educator: Graduates interested in education can pursue careers as music teachers in schools, colleges, universities, or private music schools. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, music theory, composition, or conduct ensembles.

4. Music Producer/Engineer: With expertise in music technology and production, graduates can work as music producers, recording engineers, sound designers, or audio technicians in recording studios, live sound venues, or multimedia production companies.

5. Arts Administrator/Manager: Graduates with strong organizational and managerial skills may find employment in arts administration, concert management, talent agencies, or record labels. They may oversee concert programming, artist management, marketing, or fundraising initiatives.

6. Music Therapist: Those interested in the therapeutic applications of music can pursue careers as music therapists, working with diverse populations in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, mental health facilities, or community settings.

7. Music Journalist/Critic: Graduates with strong writing skills and a passion for music may work as music journalists, critics, or bloggers for newspapers, magazines, websites, or radio stations. They may write reviews, interviews, feature articles, or opinion pieces on music-related topics.

8. Entrepreneur: Some graduates may choose to establish their own music-related businesses, such as music schools, recording studios, production companies, instrument stores, event management firms, or online music platforms.

9. Further Study: Graduates may pursue further study at the postgraduate level, specializing in areas such as music performance, composition, musicology, music education, music technology, or arts management.