Ethnomusicology, Master of Arts (M.A.)
Students entering Spring 2020 or later:
Thesis option: 30 credits
Non-thesis option (scholarly paper): 30 credits
The Master of Arts Degree (Thesis Option in Ethnomusicology, Music Education, Musicology or Music Theory; Non-Thesis Option in Ethnomusicology or Musicology requires a minimum of 30 credit hours. A grade of B- or better is required in all courses used to fulfill requirements for the degree. Six credits of thesis research or six credits of additional seminars are required. An oral defense of the thesis and a written comprehensive examination must be passed. Specific courses are required in each area of specialization.
Students must complete the following courses.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| MUSC677 | Introduction to Ethnomusicology | 3 |
| MUSC646 | Introduction to Musicology | 3 |
| MUSC632 | The Anthropology of Music | 3 |
| MUSC633 | Field Methods in Ethnomusicology | 3 |
| Other Studies in Music | 12 | |
| Thesis or Non-Thesis Requirements | ||
| Select one of the following: | 6 | |
| Thesis: | ||
| Master's Thesis Research | ||
| Non-Thesis: | ||
Two seminar courses | ||
| Total Credits | 30 | |