Program Overview
The Music at Truman 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
- Tuition: USD 14,609 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 8,814 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Missouri City, 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
- Topics in Contemporary Music
- Directed Readings Music
- Private Study in Composition
- Composition
- Comprehensive Musicianship
- Graduate Conducting
- Advanced Instrumental Conducting: Band
- Advanced Choral Conducting
- Advanced Instrumental Conducting: Orchestra
- Administration of Instrumental Music
- Resources in Choral/Vocal Music
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with an acceptable undergraduate grade point average. Preferential acceptance is given to those students who possess a 3.0 or above undergraduate grade point average. Students who have less than a 2.75 undergraduate grade point average are not eligible for admission.
- An acceptable score on the Graduate Record General Examination.
- A letter of application, a r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, three letters of recommendation, and an interview with the Coordinator of Music Admissions and/or the Coordinator of Graduate Studies in Music.
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,609 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 8,814 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,609 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 8,814 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Truman 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 Truman State University
Truman State University
Kirksville, United States
Truman State 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 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-20
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 32
