Course Summary
Our Arts-Music (Honours) degree allows you to combine the study of two subjects – Music and an Arts subject of your choice from the many Arts options on offer in UCC. Studying music at UCC allows you to explore both the theory and practice of music. Not only will you come away with a comprehensive understanding of the role that music plays in society you will have the opportunity to create music, through solo and ensemble performances.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
Language options with this course
The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:
* Time abroad utilising this language
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Entry Requirements
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QQI / FET Links
PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.
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Note: Information for 2024 Entry | |
Award Code | Award Title |
5M0528 | Media Production |
5M0529 | Software Development |
5M0536 | Computer Systems and Networks |
5M0828 | eBusiness |
5M1761 | Intellectual Disability Practice |
5M18294 | Office Informatics |
5M18518 | Media Production |
5M18519 | Film and Television Production |
5M1985 | Art |
5M1995 | Graphic Design |
5M1997 | Office Administration |
5M2009 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
5M2011 | Music |
5M20599 | Music |
5M2067 | Information Processing |
5M2069 | Marketing |
5M2071 | Contact Centre Operations |
5M2073 | Language and European Studies |
5M2094 | Photography |
5M2102 | Business Studies |
5M2110 | Security Studies |
5M2111 | International Trade |
5M2146 | Multimedia Production |
5M2149 | Sound Production |
5M2154 | Cultural and Heritage Studies |
5M2181 | Applied Social Studies |
5M2464 | Journalism |
5M2468 | Business Administration |
5M2768 | AnimalCare |
5M2786 | Community Care |
5M3050 | Community Development |
5M3114 | General Studies |
5M3635 | Education and Training |
5M3782 | Health Service Skills |
5M3789 | Legal Studies |
5M3807 | Laboratory Techniques |
5M4339 | Healthcare Support |
5M4349 | Nursing Studies |
5M4468 | Community Health Services |
5M4511 | Radio Production |
5M4732 | Youth Work |
5M5011 | Tourism with Business |
5M5028 | Applied Ecology |
5M5048 | Creative Media |
5M5146 | Sports, Recreation and Exercise |
5M5148 | Outdoor Sport and Recreation |
5M5151 | Performing Arts |
5M5152 | Theatre Production |
5M5158 | Film and Television Production |
5M5162 | Media Engineering |
5M5163 | Theatre Performance |
5M5165 | Trade Union Studies |
5M5267 | Food Science |
6M0691 | Software Development |
6M0695 | Computer Systems and Networks |
6M18534 | Film and Television Production |
6M2007 | Early Childhood Care and Education |
6M20496 | Digital Media Production |
6M20602 | Music |
6M20866 | Accounting |
6M2115 | Supervisory Management for Manufacturing |
6M2218 | Social and Vocational Integration |
6M2263 | Inclusive Education and Training |
6M2382 | Telecommunications Access Networks Technology |
6M3115 | Information, Advice and Advocacy |
6M3566 | Drama |
6M3618 | Arts Administration |
6M3674 | Community Development |
6M3732 | Photography |
6M4385 | Retail Management |
6M4587 | Management |
6M4749 | Leisure Facility Supervisory Management |
6M4978 | Health Services Supervisory Management Skills |
6M4985 | Business |
6M5012 | Tourism with Business |
6M5013 | Administration |
6M5014 | International Contact Centre Service |
6M5130 | Media Production |
6M5147 | Sports, Recreation and Exercise |
6M5149 | Broadcasting |
6M5159 | Film and Television Production |
6M5545 | Cartoon Animation |
Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found HERE
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Career Progression
BA Arts-Music graduates work in a variety of settings including areas such as: performing musicians, music teachers, the music business, arts and cultural heritage management, and film/tv/radio.
This BA degree also qualifies you to explore exciting postgraduate options, at home and abroad. Some UCC options include: Music (HDip in Arts), MA Arts Management & Creative Producing, MA Experimental Sound Practice, MA Music - Ethnomusicology, MA Music & Cultural History.
Further Research
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