Program Overview
The Music Education at University at Buffalo is a MA programme in Education over 12 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 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 23,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Buffalo, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Measurement and Evaluation in Music Education
- Introduction to Research in Music Education
- Curricular and Instructional Foundations of Music Education
- Capstone
- Music Education Practices
- Studies in Music Education
- Design and Evaluation of Music Curriculum
- Historical Development of Music Learning Theory
- Classroom Musicianship and Materials
- Musicianship, Skills, & Content \x96 Beginning
- Musicianship, Skills, & Content \x96 Intermediate
- Musicianship and Theory \x96 Elementary General
- Musicianship and Theory \x96 Early Childhood
- Musicianship and Theory - Instrumental
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
International applicants must meet the same academic criteria as U.S. applicants:
- Bachelor degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited/government recognized college or university. Most such degrees will be four or more years in length; UB recognizes some three-year degrees, but not all.
- B average or higher from your Bachelor degree (or equivalent) courses. Grade point averages from non-US universities will be evaluated by the University at Buffalo Office of International Admissions.
- Major instrument or voice (at NYSSMA grade 6 level)
- Keyboard (functional skills such as vocal score reduction and accompaniment improvisation)
- Secondary instruments (at NYSSMA grade 2 level):
- Instrumental emphasis - seven instruments
- Choral emphasis - three instruments
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 23,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 23,270 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,770 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University at Buffalo 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 at Buffalo
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, United States
University at Buffalo 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 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-10
- Language English
- Duration 12 months