Program Overview
The Music Education at University of Massachusetts Lowell is a Postgraduate Certificate 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 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
- Tuition: USD 25,853 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,853 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Lowell, 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
- Seminar in Music Education - Socio-Cultural Influences
- Foundation of Music Education
- Curriculum Design in Music Education
- Research in Music Education
- Teaching Diverse Populations
- Adolescent Development & Behavior
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements for all applicants to the Master of Music programs, applicants to the music education program must submit:
Resume
For the thesis option:
- verification of initial certification in music and/or proof of music teaching experience\xc2\xa0
- a sample of your scholarly writing about music or music education. This may be a term paper or research paper written in any baccalaureate level music class, providing evidence of writing skills and potential for writing at the level of a graduate thesis.
For the certification option:
- verification of appropriate MTEL passing scores and/or provisional certification.
- an essay of at least three typewritten pages addressing the following:
- The applicant\'s purpose and specific objectives in pursuing graduate study in music education
- the applicant\'s philosophy of education in general and arts education in particular
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,853 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,853 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 25,853 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,853 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Massachusetts Lowell 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 Massachusetts Lowell
University of Massachusetts Lowell
United States
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is a public research university in Lowell, Massachusetts, with a satellite campus in Haverhill, Massachusetts. It is the northernmost member of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 24 months