Careers
The job market
The Master's programme Music Studies provides you with a comprehensive understanding of a particular area of musicology. You will be qualified to pursue a career in one of the diverse artistic and cultural sectors, including radio, television and printed media, or as an adviser or manager of orchestras, opera companies, agencies, concert halls and cultural organisations.
An academic career
Graduates can also go on to a PhD programme at the UvA, another Dutch university or a university abroad. The Master's in Music Studies prepares you for a research career at universities, schools of professional education, academic libraries, schools of music, conservatories and museums. When pursuing an academic career, it is advisable to discuss the possibility of joining a two-year Research Master's programme.
Doing a Master’s has given me a better understanding of the job market.Freija Poll, alumna Music Studies Read the interview
Told by alumni
Freija chose the Master's programme Music Studies. After concluding her studies, she started foundation OverMalbruggen. How did Freija experience the way to the labour market?
Your diploma is not a farewell
After graduating, you don't have to say goodbye to the University of Amsterdam! We are happy to help you develop your career. You can join the young alumni programme, which will assist you in mapping out your career. And as an alumnus, you can also still use the Student Careers Centre.