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Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Music Education (online) at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

An online advanced certificate in which students build knowledge through a self-selected series of courses designed with an advisor. Covers foundations of music education and a chosen specialization such as music technology, research or popular music pedagogy.

Faculty: College of Fine Arts  |  Department: School of Music  |  Duration: 32 units; all requirements completed within five years of matriculation  |  Study mode: online  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

Required: History & Philosophy in Music Education and Psychology & Sociology in Music Education (4 units each), plus 24 units of electives (six courses) which may include doctoral-level courses and approved courses from other BU schools. Sample electives: Introduction to Music Technology, Music Education, Justice, and Equity.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a master's degree in Music Education. School of Music graduate certificate/master's applicants submit two letters of reference, a personal statement, unofficial transcripts, a resume and a scholarly writing sample (no audition for Music Education); graduate application deadline listed as December 1 for 2026-2027. International applicants: TOEFL iBT 84 (or 4.5 on the new 1-6 scale), IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 for MA/MM/CAGS.

Requirements published at program group level.

Duration: 32 units; all requirements completed within five years of matriculation

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