Program Overview
The Conducting at Oakland University is a Master 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 Conducting 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
- Tuition: USD 23,522 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,344 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Rochester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Conducting 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
- Introduction to Graduate Study in Music
- Seminar in Medieval and Renaissance Music
- Seminar in Baroque and Classical Music
- Seminar in Music from 1800 to Present
- Analytical Techniques in Tonal Music
- Analysis of post-1900 Music
- Theories of Rhythm and Meter
- Advanced Choral Interpretation and Conducting Techniques
- Advanced Instrumental Interpretation and Conducting Techniques
- Conducting Apprenticeship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The Master of Music in conducting is awarded upon satisfactory completion of 32 credits in an approved program of study, successful completion of a culminating project, and successful performance on an oral examination.
Culminating project
- For candidates for a Master of Music in conducting, the culminating project is a master\xc2\x92s recital.
- Students are urged to plan ahead for the recital. Obtain information about the expectations from your adviser early in the degree program.
Oral examination
- After completion of the recital, the student will be asked to make a 10- to 15-minute presentation to his or her recital committee. This might include discussion of interpretation, editions chosen, historical aspects of the works chosen, and so on.
- A satisfactory presentation of material reflective of a satisfactory recital constitutes passing the Oral Examination for the degree of Master of Music. Any student who does not pass this examination may be offered the examination again one semester later, upon the approval of the student\xc2\x92s adviser.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 23,522 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,344 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 23,522 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,344 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Oakland 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 Oakland University
Oakland University
Rochester Hills, United States
Oakland 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months