MA Modern Music Practices

The Modern Music Practices MSc/MA is a specialised and advanced course offered by Staffordshire University. This challenging program is designed for budding musical talents who are keen to deepen their understanding of contemporary music practices. It aims to enhance the intellectual and practical skills necessary for excelling in today's rapidly evolving music industry. The course offers an interdisciplinary experience, connecting elements of music and audio production, theory, criticism, and practice.Course Content: The course content delves deeply into different music genres, styles, and global trends. It focuses on the exploration, analysis, and critique of a diverse musical repertoire. Students will produce original compositions, delve into the history and theory of music, and experiment with advanced sound technology.Key Modules: The study program includes, but is not limited to, the following modules: ‘Modern Music Genres: Theory and Practice’ ‘Music in Contemporary Culture’ ‘Composition and Studio Production Techniques’ ‘Music and Sound for Film’ ‘Music and Cultural Theory’ ‘Professional Practice in the Modern Music Industry’ ‘Research and Practice in Contemporary Music’ In addition to these, students will undertake an independent project or dissertation that encourages the application of their knowledge and skills in a realworld context.Accreditations: The MSc/MA in Modern Music Practices is recognised and accredited by Staffordshire University, showing that the course meets high academic standards. However, the course's webpage doesn't mention accreditation by any subjectspecific professional bodies.Future Careers: The Modern Music Practices MSc/MA equips students with skills that are highly valued in today's music industry. Career prospects include roles such as Music Composer or Arranger, Studio Engineer, Music Producer, Music Therapist, Film Scoring Professional, Sound Designer, Music Educator, and Freelance Musician. It is also an excellent basis for students seeking to pursue a Ph.D. in a related field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.