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Graduate Certificate in Music Theory/History Pedagogy at University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Amherst, United States

Programme overview

The graduate certificates in music theory pedagogy and music history pedagogy prepare students to teach music theory or music history in settings such as summer music schools, colleges and private studios. They are intended mainly for graduate performance majors, and music education majors who may teach AP Music Theory also benefit.

Faculty: College of Humanities and Fine Arts  |  Department: Music and Dance  |  Duration: 12 credits (four courses); non-matriculating students usually finish in one academic year, matriculated master's students over two years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Four required courses (12 credits), taken one per semester over two years by matriculated master's students.

Career pathways

Teaching of music theory or history in summer schools, colleges and private studios.

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Application information

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.

Duration: 12 credits (four courses); non-matriculating students usually finish in one academic year, matricula

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