Program Overview
The Ethnomusicology at University of Pittsburgh is a Master 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 17,370 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,370 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Ethnomusicology programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Music in Africa
- Music in Latin America
- Music in East Asia
- Music in Southeast Asia
- Music in South Asia
- African American Music in the U.S.
- Women & Music in Cross-cultural Perspectives
- Instrumentation & Orchestration
- Late Romantic & Early 20th Century
- History of Performance Styles
- Jazz Arranging
- European & American Folk Music
- Global Hip Hop
- Jazz Improvisation
- Composition
- Electronic & Computer Music
- Principles of Research and Bibliography
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed application form
- Personal statement
- Transcript copies uploaded online
- GRE score (some departments may require a specific minimum score)
- Three letters of recommendation
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,370 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,370 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,370 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 17,370 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pittsburgh 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.
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