Program Overview
The Music at University of California Davis 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 7
- Tuition: USD 28,211 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,109 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Davis, 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
- MUS 210A. Proseminar in Music (Theory and Analysis)
- MUS 210B. Proseminar in Music (Musicology and Criticism)
- MUS 210C. Proseminar in Music (Ethnomusicology)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s 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).
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree comparable to a degree from the University of California in both distribution of academic subject matter and scholarly achievement
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts
- TOEFL or IELTS score (if applicable)
- A CV (including a list of works conducted, rehearsed, and studied)
- A list of 30 works for orchestra which the applicant considers to be the most significant from a historical and/or musical standpoint
- A 10\xc2\x9615 minute DVD (in English) of rehearsal or concert with 2-3 works showing different styles (YouTube links are acceptable in lieu of a physical DVD)
- A minimum GPA of 3.0
- The most qualified applicants will be selected to take part in a live audition (and interview) conducting the UC Davis Symphony Orchestra & Chorus.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 28,211 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,109 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 28,211 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,109 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Davis 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 California, Davis
University of California, Davis
Davis, United States
University of California, Davis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
