MA Musicology at University of Utah

Programme overview

Courses provide a diverse background in musical repertoires and research methodologies. Develop the knowledge, research tools, and communication skills necessary to flourish as skilled teachers, scholars, and musicians. From general surveys of world music to the intricacies of European and American music the broad-ranging curriculum offers diverse and specialized learning opportunities.

Faculty: College of Fine Arts | Duration: 32 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States

What you will study

The programme is 32 credit hours. Graduate students are required to maintain a 3.0 or higher grade point average. A grade of “B-” or better is required for all music courses. Students must demonstrate standard proficiency in French, German, or Italian. Standard proficiency may be verified through the completion of a second semester language course with a “B” grade or better, or by passing the Modern Language Assessment in the Testing Center with a score indicating Standard

Career pathways

Career paths include Professor, music instructor, curriculum designer, music journalist, critic, music editor, music supervisor, sound designer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must: Have a Bachelor's Degree in Music from an accredited university. Meet the basic Master's admission requirements outlined by the University of Utah Graduate School. Submit three or four undergraduate papers in music history that demonstrate skill as a researcher, writing ability, and capacity for critical thinking and with originality. Submit a 1-2 page Statement of Purpose. Submit three letters of recommendation. Applications should be submitted to the University through the Admissions Office's Graduate Application web portal by February 15 for Fall admission. Please see the School of Music website for more 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.

Graduate applicants must meet the application deadlines and academic standards set by their academic department or programme; entry terms are set by each programme.

Graduate deadlines are set by each academic programme. The non-refundable graduate application fee is $55 for domestic applicants and $65 for international applicants. Some programmes require a programme-specific application in addition to the university application; international graduate applicants must also meet I-20 document deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.utah.edu/admissions/

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