Program Overview
The Music History-Theory and Ethnomusicology at Stony Brook University is a MA programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 History-Theory and 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 10,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 22,210 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music History-Theory and Ethnomusicology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Analysis of Early Music
- Ethnomusicology and Social Theory
- Twentieth-Century Opera: Modernity and Modernism
- Ethnomusicology
- 19th Century History & Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
- Application- submitted through Graduate School application system (ApplyYourself). The Personal Statement (Statement of Intent) should be submitted through Decision Desk.
- Application Fee- paid through Graduate School application system (ApplyYourself)
- 2 Essays* - submitted through Decision Desk
- Resume/CV- submitted through Decision Desk
- Transcripts from each college/university attended - submitted through Decision Desk; Official transcripts to be mailed to department
- Three letters of recommendation - recommenders submit through Graduate School application system (ApplyYourself)
- GRE scores- have ETS send scores to Stony Brook University (use code 2548)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 10,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 22,210 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 10,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 22,210 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, United States
Stony Brook University 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 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-29
- Language English
- Duration 24 months