Program Overview
The Music at University of California Santa Cruz 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
- Tuition: USD 54,606 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 39,504 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
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
- Introduction to Research Methods
- History of Music Theory from the Greeks through Rameau
- Tonal and Post-tonal Analysis
- Current Issues Colloquium
- Techniques in Composition
- Graduate Seminar in Music Composition
- Performance Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The following are required of all applicants:
- Personal history/statement
- Statement of Purpose
- Writing Sample
- Current GRE Scores (General Test only)
- Three letters of recommendation (MUST be submitted online)
- Transcripts. It will now be possible to upload unofficial transcripts for the application. Official transcrips will not be required until an admitted student accepts.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 54,606 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 39,504 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 54,606 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 39,504 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Santa Cruz 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, Santa Cruz
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, United States
University of California, Santa Cruz is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
