Music Culture – at the Master’s level, Musicology – is a broad and engaging discipline for individuals intrigued by the multifaceted world of music and musical life. This field delves into the questions of how and for whom music is created, the significance music holds for people, and the societal insights music offers. It explores how music interacts with the world around us, the ways to present music to audiences, and the intricacies of music management.

The Music Culture curriculum is ideally suited not only to those interested in understanding in more depth how music works and the broader place of music in culture more generally, but also to those who envisage a career in the organisation and management of Estonia’s music and cultural life. It offers a robust, broad-based education in the humanities, which will be advantageous in diverse professional arenas. In our commitment to intertwining theory with practice, students learn not only how to conduct research but also how to manage cultural projects. Integral to our curriculum are internships in diverse settings such as radio, museums, schools, and journalism.

Upon completion of undergraduate studies, students can choose to continue their education at the Master’s level in disciplines such as Musicology or Cultural Management. EAMT is the only university in Estonia that teaches musicology. As Estonia’s sole higher education institution for music and theatre and the most important competence centre, we offer a unique learning experience. Our students are guided by some of Estonia’s most prominent specialists and internationally recognised lecturers and researchers. We provide a comprehensive overview of significant areas in music studies, encompassing music history and theory, ethnomusicology and cognitive musicology. Our curriculum spans the spectrum of music, from historical to contemporary, and from classical to pop and folk music. We view Estonian music culture as part of a broader cultural practice, comparing and contrasting it with global developments.

Musicology studies music in all its diversity – how and for whom music is performed, how it affects and influences people and what makes music important to its listeners. These are only some of the questions musicologists explore.

Following a Master’s degree, students can progress to doctoral studies, potentially finding applications in the research world. EAMT graduates are equipped with a broad societal view and strong analytical skills, making them suitable for a variety of positions such as editors, teachers, producers, and more. Potential employers span educational institutions, media publications, concert organisations, and others.

At present the Music Culture Bachelor’s programme and Musicology Master’s programme are offered only in Estonian.