Program Overview
The Music at Jacksonville State University is a MA programme in Arts & Design 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 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 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 5.5
- Tuition: USD 764 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 382 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Jacksonville, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music 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
- Music History
- Music Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s 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).
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English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 764 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 382 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 764 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 382 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Jacksonville State 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 Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, United States
public university in Jacksonville, Alabama, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
