MMus in Conducting
Master of Music in Conducting
The Master of Music in Conducting is designed to meet the needs of aspiring orchestral and choral conductors. Based at TU Dublin Conservatoire, which has a long tradition in the provision of performing arts education, the programme aims to facilitate the artistic, intellectual and creative development of students by providing an integrated and structured programme with practical conducting experience, underpinned by complementary research and professional studies.
The programme is directed by two of Ireland’s leading conductors, David Brophy and Dr Bernie Sherlock.
The programme is suitable for:
- applicants who have a high level of performance skill and aspire towards a career in choral and/or orchestral conducting
- applicants who have conducting experience in concert or community settings and wish to pursue further study in choral and/or orchestral conducting
Programme Title and Award
Master of Music in Conducting with Classifications of: First Class Honours; Second Class Honours, Upper Division; Second Class Honours, Lower Division; Pass
An exit award of Postgraduate Diploma in Music in Conducting may be conferred upon a candidate completing 60 ECTS.
Programme Aims
The programme is designed to:
- refine and develop individual artistry in a wide range of professionally relevant contexts
- develop creative skills and professional attributes to enable engagement and collaboration in the music profession at the highest levels
- integrate professional level studies in conducting with the development of advanced skills in analysis, research, critical reflection and communication
- provide a programme of study tailored to the needs of the individual student with supporting specialist modules of professional relevance
Programme Delivery
TU388: Full-Time, 1 Year, September to September (90 ECTS)
TU389: Part-Time, 2 Years, September to June each year (90 ECTS)
Entry Requirements
Applicants for the MMus in Conducting will normally have:
- an honours degree (minimum 2.2) in music performance, or
- an honours degree in music (minimum 2.2) with a strong specialism in performance, or
- an equivalent qualification and have demonstrated the necessary conducting potential or be of equivalent professional standing
Equivalency for international degrees will only be checked on submission of an application.
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of proficiency in English. An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.0, with no individual component score lower than 6, will normally be required for entry to the MMus programme.
Admission Procedures
Applicants to the programme must apply online at https://www.tudublin.ie/study/postgraduate/
Applicants should submit the following along with the application:
- CV with details of your performing and conducting experience (repertoire and performances), musical training and other relevant experience/education
- Statement of Purpose outlining your aims and objectives for undertaking postgraduate study in conducting
- A recent example of academic writing in music of between 1000 and 2000 words, for example, an essay or an excerpt from an undergraduate thesis
- Academic Transcripts
- Two references relating to your conducting experience, preferably one from your most recent teacher and one from an industry professional.
Applicants are also asked to submit the following materials directly to the Programme Chair:
- A high-quality video recording with recent recordings of conducting in concert and rehearsal contexts from the orchestra/choir’s viewpoint
Please note, that only eligible candidates will be called to audition and interview.
Audition and Interview
Suitable applicants will be invited to the Conservatoire to undertake an audition and interview. See Your Audition for more information.
Fees
See current POSTGRADUATE FEES for further details.
Programme Content
For Further Information
Dr Julie Maisel
MMus Programme Chair
E: julie.maisel@tudublin.ie