Program Overview
The Conducting 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Morgantown, 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
- Music History
- Performance (major performance area)
- Music Research and Bibliography
- Conducting (Repeated)
- Survey of Orchestral Music
- Survey of Wind Music
- Survey of Vocal Music
- Choral Techniques
- Instrumental Techniques
- Theory Topics
- Pedagogy of Theory
- Analytical Techniques
- Compositional Techniques in Contemporary Music
- Upper-Division Composition
- Counterpoint
- Analysis of Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century Music
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- A completed online application including any uploaded supporting materials required for your program (these may include letters of recommendation, personal statement, etc.).\xc2\xa0
- A non-refundable $60 application service fee.\xc2\xa0
- Original or certified copies of all official academic records/transcripts in original language of issue.\xc2\xa0
- Original or certified copies of all academic certificates or diplomas in original language of issue.\xc2\xa0
- Official English translations of academic records/transcripts and certificates/diplomas.\xc2\xa0
- Copy of current passport or visa for visa status.\xc2\xa0
- All application materials should be submitted together at the same time, if possible.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 23,238 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National 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