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PhD Music at University of North Texas

University of North Texas, United States

Programme overview

A Doctor of Philosophy with a major in music with concentrations in composition, musicology, music theory, ethnomusicology, music education and performing arts health. The degree is awarded on mastery of the field and ability to carry out original investigation or creative work.

Faculty: College of Music  |  Department: College of Music  |  Duration: Minimum 90 semester hours beyond the bachelor's degree (a master's degree usually accepted for the first 30 hours); two consecutive long terms residence  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Denton, TX, United States

What you will study

Master's core (15 hours) plus a doctoral common core of 36 hours including 12 hours of dissertation, music history and ethnomusicology courses, a related or minor field (12 hours), and a directed seminar. Graduate placement examinations determine any review courses.

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Application information

Duration: Minimum 90 semester hours beyond the bachelor's degree (a master's degree usually accepted for the f

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