All required classes are offered online. Full program details can be found on the graduate catalog .
Graduation Requirements
Research Course
Complete either of the following courses for 2-3 hours:
- MUS 6200 - Seminar in Theory, Music History and Literature
Or
- MUS 6750 - Introduction to Graduate Studies in Music Education
Music Education Core
Complete the following courses for 8-9 hours:
- MUS 6700 - Contemporary Trends in Music Education
- MUS 6710 - Advanced Topics in Music Education I
- MUS 6770 - Organization and Administration of School Music
Or
- MUS 6771 - Organization and Administration of School Music Programs
Music Theory/Music History
Complete a minimum of 3 hours in graduate-level MUS theory and 3 hours in graduate-level MUS history. Course selections must be made in consultation with the Major Advisor.
Supportive Studies in Music
Complete a minimum of 9 hours in additional graduate level MUS courses. Course selections must be made in consultation with the Major Advisor. One of the following literature courses must be chosen:
- MUS 5210 - Literature of Choral Music
- MUS 5213 - Literature of Orchestral Music
- MUS 5216 - Literature of Band Music
Or
- MUS 5217 - Literature of Band Music
Culminating Experience
Students will complete a recital, thesis, or professional/clinical project. Students must complete at least 2 credits of the appropriate capstone course, depending on the culminating experience chosen.