BA Music and Chinese

Course Overview This unique BA Music degree offers an immersive exploration of the diverse musical traditions of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, along with their global diasporas. You will study music through an interdisciplinary lens that weaves together ethnomusicology, history, and politics, gaining a deep understanding of music as a cultural force. The program encourages you to develop your own specialized interests in later years, from specific regional studies to cross-cultural themes like music and gender. Key Program Highlights Focus on the musical traditions of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East Interdisciplinary approach combining ethnomusicology, anthropology, and history Opportunity to specialize in specific regions and thematic interests Learn from an internationally renowned faculty and visiting specialists Develop a critical understanding of global music industries and cultural practices