PhD in Beyond the soundscape: musicological perspectives in sound mapping of ecosystems and interpretation of the territory — “E. R. Duini” Conservatory of Music Matera

Institution providing the doctoral degree

“E. R. Duini” Conservatory of Music Matera

Location

Matera, Italy

Name of PHD

PhD in Beyond the soundscape: musicological perspectives in sound mapping of ecosystems and interpretation of the territory

Research Clusters

• Musicology and Musical Heritage
• Theory, Analysis and Musical Composition
• Music and Media
• Multimedia Arts, Audio-visual Techniques and Media Production

Duration

3 years

Public / Private institution

Public Institution

Financial terms of the PHD position

– PhD fully funded by the university, with a stipend

It is important to note that many universities offer different funding options, as well as public and private grants available to students who meet the application criteria. Before applying, it is advisable to check the institutions’ websites and inquire about the options available.
Many universities require applicants to pay fees such as matriculation or dissertation fees, even if they offer a fully funded programme, with or without a stipend.

Fee and Funding Resources:
Please consult the relevant calls on the Institute’s website for detailed financial terms.

Final output

Performative musical works and/or the production of electroacoustic, algorithmic, or computational sound works, systems, or devices, possibly accompanied by multimedia outputs such as immersive 3D, VR, or AR representations of soundscapes, together with a written dissertation providing new knowledge grounded in musicological, compositional, artistic, and scientific research; including a public oral defense of the dissertation.

How to apply

Assessment of qualifications, and research project, written test and interview

Entry requirements

Second Level Academic Diploma or Master’s Degree

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Additional information

Number of available positions:
– 2 bursaries for AA 2024-2025 (cycle no. 40)
– 2 bursaries for AA 2025-2026 (cycle no. 41)

Languages used within the program and for thesis writing and discussion: Italian or English