Program Overview
The Collaborative Piano at West Virginia University is a Master of Music programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Collaborative Piano programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Morgantown, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Collaborative Piano programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Secondary Performance
- Graduate Theory Review
- Teaching Practicum
- Advanced Topics
- Directed Study
- Special Topics
- Seminar
- Independent Study
- Foundations of Recording Industry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application and Audition Requirements for MM Collaborative Piano
Three letters of recommendation. These letters should describe solo and collaborative performance as well as sight reading and music learning abilities.
List of solo and collaborative repertoire studied and performed.
Audition requirements:\xc2\xa0
- Two contrasting solo works, memorized.
- One movement of an instrumental sonata from the standard repertoire and two contrasting art songs from the standard repertoire.
- Sight reading may also be included.
The audition, including collaborative works, may be submitted as a DVD, video links, or CD of performances within the past year. Video links through YouTube or other file-sharing site are recommended.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact West Virginia University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States
West Virginia University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-16
- Language English
- Duration 24 months