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    Musicology

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    Utrecht, NLRMAIn-person2 years
    €42,684.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Musicology at Utrecht University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person RMA program based in Utrecht, NL. Tuition is €42,684.

    About the program

    The programme focuses on Western music from the Middle Ages to the present, the impact of media on music reception and conceptualization, and digital musicology. It emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches with links to Medieval and Renaissance Studies, New Media & Digital Culture, Gender Studies, Postcolonial Studies, Computational Humanities, and Game Research.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT 100 (overall); Speaking 25, Listening 22, Reading 24, Writing 24
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS 7.0 overall; 6.5 each component (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year (Orientation Year / Zoekjaar)

    €14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Musicology at Utrecht University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Musicology at Utrecht University is €42,684 across 120 required credits.
    Is Musicology at Utrecht University online or in-person?
    Musicology at Utrecht University is offered in-person.
    How long does Musicology at Utrecht University take to complete?
    Musicology at Utrecht University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Musicology at Utrecht University?
    Per the program's published guidance: above average
    What work-permit options follow Musicology at Utrecht University?
    Post-completion work rights for Musicology at Utrecht University: 1 year (Orientation Year / Zoekjaar)