Program Overview
The Master of Music-Music Education at Carnegie Mellon University is a Master programme in Education 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 education. 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 Master of Music-Music Education 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 7.5
- Tuition: USD 41,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Music-Music Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Pedagogy in Music Education
- Computer Technology in Music Education
- Intro to Research Methodology
- Psychology of Music
- Music Education Seminar
- Music History
- Music Literature
- Music Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- A completed application.
- Completion of the Bachelor of Music Education degree, or an equivalent degree, from an accredited institution, with a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 (on a 4-point scale). Students who have earned
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a major other than music education must complete the requirements for the
- Certificate in Music Education prior to admission to the master\xc2\x92s degree in music education.
- Three letters of recommendation that specifically address the candidate\xc2\x92s effectiveness or promise as a
- music educator.
- Optional, but strongly encouraged: Teaching Portfolio
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 41,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 41,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Carnegie Mellon 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 Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, United States
Carnegie Mellon University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months