Music, Master of Arts (M.A.)
The Master of Arts Degree (Thesis or Non-Thesis Options in Musicology or Music Theory) requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, with a minimum of 12 credit hours in Major Studies. In addition, a grade of B- or better is required in all courses used to fulfill requirements for the degree. Students must write an oral defense of the Thesis (or research papers) must be passed; and a written comprehensive examination must be passed. Specific courses are required in each area of specialization.
M.A. in Musicology - Thesis or Non-thesis Option
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| MUSC6xx | Seminars | 6 |
| MUSC646 | Introduction to Musicology | 3 |
| MUSC677 | Introduction to Ethnomusicology (Introduction to Ethnomusicology) | 3 |
| MUSC electives | 12 | |
| Thesis or Non-Thesis Requirements | 6 | |
| Thesis: | ||
| Master's Thesis Research | ||
| Non-Thesis: | ||
MUSC6xx | Seminar | |
| Selected Topics in Music (with advisor) | ||
| Total Credits | 30 | |
M.A. in Music Theory - Thesis or Non-thesis Option
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| MUSC651 | The Theories of Heinrich Schenker | 3 |
| MUSC661 | Theory and Analysis of Atonal and Twelve-Tone Music | 3 |
| MUSC675 | Music Theory Pedagogy | 3 |
| MUSC674 | Critical Concepts in Music Theory | 3 |
| MUSC4xx/6xx | Electives in Music Theory | 6 |
| MUSC646 | Introduction to Musicology | 3 |
| Music History course | 3 | |
| Thesis or Non Thesis Requirements | 6 | |
| Thesis: | ||
| Master's Thesis Research | ||
| Non Thesis | ||
| Selected Topics in Music (Independent Study) | ||
MUSC4xx/6xx | Elective in Music Theory | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |