Program Overview
The Music Composition at Temple University is a Master of Music programme in Arts & Design over 60 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 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 Music Composition 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: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music Composition 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
- Computer Synthesis
- Seminar in Composition (4 terms)
- Seminar in Theoretical Analysis
- Seminar in Stylistic Analysis
- Seminar in Stylistic Analysis
- Seminar in Stylistic Analysis
- Seminar in Stylistic Analysis
- Research in Music
- Canon and Fugue
- Electronic Music Composition: Practice, History, Theory
- Aesthetics of Music
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Letters of Reference:
Number Required: 2
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from evaluators who can provide insight into the applicant\'s abilities, talents, and aptitude for graduate study.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration: All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of the appropriate Bachelor of Music degree at Temple University, which is based on a curriculum of 124 to 135 hours.
Bachelor\'s Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A degree in Music is expected.
Statement of Goals: Include your special interests within the discipline and expectations for the program.
Standardized Test Scores:
TOEFL: 79 iBT or 550 PBT minimum
Portfolio: The composition portfolio should demonstrate the student\'s skills in music composition.
Resume: Current resume required.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Temple 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 Temple University
Temple University
Philadelphia, United States
public research university in Philadelphia, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 60 months
