MS Music Education (PreK-Grade 12) Preparation at Syracuse University

Dual programme of the School of Education and the Setnor School of Music that meets the academic requirements for initial New York State teacher certification in Music (All Grades). It gives a direct path from a music performance, composition or theory degree to certification.

Faculty: School of Education  |  Department: Setnor School of Music (dual programme)  |  Duration: 5 semesters including one summer; 47-48 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Syracuse, NY, United States

What you will study

Graduate music education methods; psychological and sociological aspects of music; current problems in music education; literacy across the curriculum; equitable assessment for inclusive classrooms; adapting instruction for diverse learners; instructional technology; graduate music history; introduction to research in music; advanced tonal analysis; choral or instrumental rehearsal techniques; applied music; clinical simulations and five field placements in urban, rural and suburban schools.

Career pathways

Instrumental, choral or general music teacher in elementary, middle or secondary schools; music teacher or programme leader in community music schools, after-school programmes or nonprofit arts organizations; performer, conductor, composer or music industry professional; teacher leader or department chair; further scholarly study.

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