Program Overview
The Musicology at Catholic University of America is a MA 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 Musicology 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 42,850 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Musicology 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
- Two Musicology Period Courses
- Research Methodology
- Analytical Techniques I, II
- Two Seminars(at three credits each)
- Music Elective
- Research Guidance (for thesis)
- Musicology Colloquium
- Comprehensive Examination
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A bachelor\'s degree with a major in music from an accredited institution.
- Submission of an application, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation.
- At least a B average in all undergraduate music courses.
- A 10-\xc2\xadminute demonstration of performance proficiency with classical repertoire in contrasting styles in the applicant\'s major medium, either by personal audition or recording.
- At least 18 semester hours in music theory and six semester hours in music history.
- An original research paper on any musical topic.
- Music Theory Placement Examination and the Music History Placement Examination.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 42,850 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 42,850 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Catholic University of America 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 Catholic University of America
Catholic University of America
Washington D.C., United States
The Catholic University of America (CUA) is a private Catholic research university in Washington, D.C., United States. It is one of two pontifical universities of the Catholic Church in the United...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-07-18
- Start Date 2018-07-15
- Language English