Program Overview
The Music at University of Rhode Island 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 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kingston, 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
- Applied Music : Violoncello, Contra Bass, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Basson, Saxophone, Trumpet, Jazz, Harp, Guitar
- Applied Music - Instrumental Conducting
- Musical Learning, Evaluation, and Assessment
- Research in Music
- Graduate Performance Recital
- Graduate Composition Recital
- Seminar in Performance and Pedagogy
- Graduate Project
- Special Topics in Music
- Experiential Learning in Music
- Ear Training and Sight-singing IV
- General Music Methods and Materials
- Class Piano III
- Class Piano IV
- Mid-program Portfolio In Music
- Vocal Diction
- University Pep Band
- University Marching Band
- Concert Band
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 2.5 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 complete International application file includes:
\xc2\x95Complete, submitted online Application Form
\xc2\x95Nonrefundable application fee submitted via online application as a credit card payment or as an electronic check
\xc2\x95Personal statement (submitted via online application)
\xc2\x95Translated transcripts from all colleges attended, uploadeddirectly to your application
\xc2\x95Letters of recommendation (2 or 3, depending on program; submitted online)
\xc2\x95Official test report from the GRE, GMAT or MAT taken within the past five years, if required by the Department to which you are applying (http://web.uri.edu/graduate-school/apply/deadlines/). You must arrange for the testing organization to report your scores directly to URI. The ETS institution code for URI is 3919; you do not need to specify a department.
\xc2\x95Applicants whose native language is not English must submit an official test report from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) taken with the past two years. You must arrange for ETS to report your scores directly to URI. The ETS institution code for URI is 3919 and you do not need to specify a department.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, United States
University of Rhode Island is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 2 year(s)