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Tuition USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 3 year(s)
Delivery On-campus
Location Denton, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Ethnomusicology at University of North Texas is a MA programme in Arts & Design, 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 arts & design. 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 Ethnomusicology 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Denton, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Ethnomusicology programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Anthropological Thought and Praxis I (3 hrs)
This course considers the history of anthropological concepts, the major historical debates in anthropological theory and historical tensions between applied and theoretical knowledge. Special emphasis is given to critical examination of concept and theory formation and the application of anthropological ideas to the problems of everyday life.
Ethnomusicology Field and Research Methods (3 hrs)
Students will explore the relationship between shifting theoretical research paradigms and how they have affected field methodology with close readings of representative ethnographies, several short field assignments and reports, and a field research project, resulting in a final paper.
Anthropology of Sound (3 hrs)
This course examines sound from a cross-cultural perspective by opening up a dialogue about alternative sonic practices, which challenge many taken-for-granted notions about contemporary theories of sound.
Music of Africa (3 hrs)
This course is a study of musical experience in African life. How does music function in everyday life, in ritual and ceremony? When does music happen and for what reasons? Questions are explored in relation to African music, ranging from the complex vocal polyphony of the Mbuti Pygmies of the Itui Forest to the worldwide explosion of Afro Pop.
Seminar in Ethnomusicology (3 hrs)
This course focuses on selected topics in ethnomusicology including current theoretical and practical issues in the discipline.

Admission Requirements

Detailed admission requirements are not specified. Common requirements may include:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Academic transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)

For specific requirements, please contact the university directly.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 26,798 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 23,996 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of North Texas 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 University of North Texas

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University of North Texas

Denton, United States

University of North Texas is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

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  • Language English
  • Duration 3 year(s)
  • Credits 37
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