Program Overview
The Music at Montclair 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Montclair, 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
- Advanced Instrumentation
- Private Study in Composition III
- Private Study in Composition IV
- Keyboard Harmony for Piano Majors I
- Keyboard Harmony for Piano Majors II
- Independent Study in Theory/Composition
- Workshop in Music Education
- Psychology of Music
- Critical Issues in Music Education
- Selected Topics in Music Education
- Technology for Music Teachers
- Music Learning Theory
- General Music in Secondary School
- Creative Movement and Dance Experiences for Children
- Pedagogy of the Piano
- Pedagogy of Brass Instruments
- Pedagogy of Stringed Instruments
- Piano for Music Teachers
- Music Education Techniques for Children with Disabilities
- Teaching Music As Democratic Practice
- Teaching Methods for the Elementary Music Class
- Teaching Methods for Music in the Secondary Schools
- Teaching World Music
- Critical and Creative Thinking in Music
- Band Literature for the Music Educator
- The Comprehensive Choral Educator
- Orff Workshop I-Concepts and Skills
- Orff Workshop II-Pedagogy and Practices
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Official transcripts (high school and/or college, depending on your level of study)
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Personal Statement
- Standardized test scores if available are optional. (SAT or ACT: Students submitting ACT scores, only, must have also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision.)
- Additional supporting documentation such as your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, awards, certificates, extra curricular activities
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 34,203 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 25,656 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Montclair 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 Montclair State University
Montclair State University
Montclair, United States
Montclair State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
