The Royal Irish Academy of Music, founded in 1848, offers full-time programs in music that include diplomas, bachelor of arts degrees and graduate-level degrees. The diploma in music can be completed in one year, and is designed to prepare graduates for work in the teaching industry or as professional performers. Bachelor's level degree programs allow only a small number of students each year; programs include music performance and composition. Among the graduate degree programs is a doctorate of music in performance that can be completed in four years. Music faculties that can be studied at The Royal Irish Academy of Music include strings, vocal studies and keyboard.
The Royal Irish Academy of Music
36-38 Westland Row
Dublin 2
Ireland
353-1-676-4412
riam.ie
University College Dublin was established in 1854 and offers baccalaureate and graduate degrees. The university is comprised of five colleges, including the College of Arts and Celtic Studies, which houses the School of Music. Undergraduate and graduate degree music programs are offered, including a bachelor of arts in music and a master in musicology. All programs feature a strong emphasis on performance studies, and students are encouraged to join one of the school's music ensembles. A symphony orchestra and choral group are among the opportunities for performance available.
University College Dublin
Belfield
Dublin 4
Ireland
353-1-716-7777
ucd.ie
Trinity College Dublin has offered a liberal education in eastern Ireland since the late 1500s, and degrees in music since 1764. Undergraduate students can specialize in composition, musicology or music technology; all undergraduate programs begin with basic courses in music and build each year toward the student's chosen specialization. The college's master in philosophy in musicology and music theory can be completed in one calendar year and emphasizes areas that include contemporary music theory, research methodologies and Schenkerian Theory. Performance is not a required aspect of music degree programs at Trinity College Dublin, but students may choose to incorporate a recital as 10 percent of their degree.
Trinity College Dublin
College Green
Dublin 2
Ireland
353-1-896-1000
tcd.ie