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Undergraduate Certificate in Music Theory at University of Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado Boulder, United States

Programme overview

The certificate in music theory provides students the opportunity to take more varied upper-level courses and develop independent projects under faculty mentorship. The certificate provides students with a formal acknowledgement of their work in music theory, potentially serving as a stepping-stone to graduate school, private teaching, theory teaching in primary or secondary schools or work in music-related media and technology.

Faculty: College of Music  |  Department: Music  |  Location: Boulder, CO, United States

What you will study

Sample listed courses: MUSC 4011 16th Century Counterpoint; MUSC 4021 18th Century Counterpoint; MUSC 4061 Tonal Analysis; MUSC 4071 Post-Tonal Theory and Analysis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students need a minimum average grade of B+ or higher for freshman and sophomore music theory and aural skills classes to qualify for the certificate. Application for the certificate takes place either sophomore or junior year. In order to apply, students must submit a statement of purpose. Applications can be sent directly to the chair of Music Theory area, currently Daphne Leong ( [email protected] ).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://www.colorado.edu/admissions

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