Program Overview
The Music at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a Master programme in Arts & Design, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 818 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 410 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Texas 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
- Research Methods in Music
- Music Theory -20th and 21st Century
- Music Theory \x96 Counterpoint
- Music Theory \x96 Composition/Arranging
- Music Theory \x96 Analysis
- Music History and Literature \x96 Classical and Romantic
- Music History and Literature \x96 20th and 21st Century
- Music History and Literature \x96 Vocal/Choral
- Music History and Literature \x96 Orchestra
- Music History and Literature \x96 Keyboard
- Music History and Literature \x96 Wind Band
- Music History and Literature \x96 Medieval and Renaissance
- Music History and Literature \x96 Baroque
- Music History and Literature \x96 Music for the Stage
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).
Review and submit all Program Requirements:
- Bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a similar or related field.
- \xc2\xa0Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- Submission of an essay detailing professional goals.
- Letter of intent detailing reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.
- Three \xc2\xa0letters \xc2\xa0of \xc2\xa0recommendation \xc2\xa0from \xc2\xa0professional \xc2\xa0or \xc2\xa0academic sources.
- Resume including educational background and work experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 818 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 410 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 818 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 410 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, United States
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English