Concentration
in Music
A student who wishes to obtain the Master of Science Degree
with a concentration in Music must fulfill the following requirements
for admission into the program:
- An
earned bachelor’s degree in music education from a
properly accredited institution of higher education.
- A copy
of a valid teaching certificate.
- A personal
interview by the Music Department.
The purpose of the program is to further develop the student’s
cultural, musical and professional growth.
A minimum
of thirty (30) semester hours in graduate study must be completed
to the satisfaction of the Music Department and the Director
of University Admissions in relation to the designated program
in music, including the requirements for the non-thesis or
thesis approach. The student’s program should be planned
jointly by the student and the Graduate Program Coordinator.
A maximum
of six (6) semester hours received from courses bearing a
400 level number may be included for credit in a degree program.
Culmination
of the non-thesis approach is MUS 590 Music Department Seminar.
A candidate for the M.S. degree with a concentration in music
following this approach is required to pass a comprehensive
examination that is scheduled by the Music Department during
the spring semester.
The thesis
approach culminates in MUS 591 Independent Thesis Research
in Music, a six semester hour requirement. The thesis will
be completed under the guidance of an appropriate member of
the Music Department recommended by the Coordinator with the
approval of the Chairman of the Music Department and the faculty
member concerned.
Students
wishing to take courses as continuing education credit (up
to nine credits) must hold a baccalaureate degree in music
from an accredited college or university. For further information
contact the Office of Graduate Studies at (203) 837-8243.
Program
Requirements
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