The cultures and societies of the Middle East have been deeply influential in shaping European and western values. In spite of this, the region and its peoples are often misunderstood and represented. Middle Eastern, Jewish and Islamic Civilizations is the study of the historical origins as well as contemporary culture of a wide range of societies of the region, providing students with an insight into the contemporary Middle East and to the challenges of diversity and multiculturalism in an increasingly globalized world.
Music is a discipline that stretches back to the ancient world. One of the seven original liberal arts, music maintains a place in the University as a subject of broad and passionate interest to composers, musicologists, performers, technologists, and theorists.
Studying music will allow students to engage with a range of traditions to acquire a profound understanding of how music works in theory and in creative practice. Students who are interested in understanding music and its place in society, developing music technology skills, writing music, or improving their skills as an informed performer, this course could be for them. A music degree will prepare students for a wide range of careers in the creative arts, journalism, music production, arts management, research, and teaching.
