Online Master of Music Education Curriculum
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.