07.03.02 Residency & Time Limit – PhD The curriculum for the Doctor of Philosophy degree normally will require 90 credits beyond the bachelor’s degree or 60 credits beyond an acceptable master’s degree. Work toward the degree is best carried out on a full-time basis, but limited part-time study is permitted. At least one of the…
07.03.01 List of Majors – PhD The Doctor of Philosophy degree is awarded in the following fields of concentration: Composition Music Education Musicology Music Theory
07.03 The Doctor of Philosophy Degree The Doctor of Philosophy degree is awarded primarily for completion of scholarly research satisfactorily described in a dissertation or for outstanding creative work in the field of composition. It is assumed that recipients of this degree are not only well versed in the subject matter and techniques of a…
07.02.10 MA – Major in Music Leadership Degree requirement checklist for MA in Music Leadership Prerequisites: Prerequisites for the MA in Music Leadership include completion of an undergraduate degree in music (Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, or equivalent), a high standard of musical skill, and a breadth of musical and…
07.02.09 MA – Major in Pedagogy of Music Theory Degree requirement checklist for MA in Pedagogy of Music Theory This degree is intended for those who wish to focus on a teaching career in music theory (with emphasis in pedagogy, aural and keyboard skills, composition, and cognition), or graduate students who wish to complete a…
07.02.07 MA – Major in Ethnomusicology Degree requirement checklist for MA Ethnomusicology Prerequisites: The prerequisite for entrance to the MA in Ethnomusicology degree is a bachelor’s degree with at least one undergraduate course, or equivalent, in world music. Ethnomusicology candidates will be interviewed and admitted to the Musicology Department via the same process as incoming…
07.02.06 MA – Major in Musicology MA in Musicology “en passant” The MA in Musicology is awarded after completing 30 credits of coursework towards the PhD in Musicology, including the two Introduction courses, one Theory course, four Musicology seminars, and one foreign language examination. MA in Musicology (General) Prerequisites: An undergraduate degree in music or…
07.02.05.01 MA – Major in Music Education (leading to New York State Initial plus Professional Certification in Music) See also: 02.17 Teacher Certification in New York State Degree requirement checklist for MA Music Education (Initial plus Professional Certification – Instrumental) Degree requirement checklist for MA Music Education (Initial plus Professional Certification – Vocal) Degree requirement…
07.02.05 MA – Major in Music Education MA – Major in Music Education (Professional Studies) Degree requirement checklist for MA in Music Education (Professional Studies) Note: This is an appropriate degree program for those seeking New York State Professional Certification in Music. Prerequisites: Prerequisites for entrance to the program include a high standard of scholarship,…
07.02.04 MA – Major in Composition Degree requirement checklist for MA Composition Prerequisites: Prerequisites for the MA in Composition include at least 18 credit hours in undergraduate composition courses or the equivalent, at least 12 credit hours of lower division theory courses, and at least 12 credit hours of upper division courses in counterpoint and…