Master of Music Education

What will I study?

The Master of Music Education degree program provides K-12 music teachers and supervisors with an in-depth study of music learning, teaching, leadership, and research from a Christian worldview. Students will examine historical precedents, philosophies, and methods in music education, explore the latest research on music psychology and learning, and apply innovative curriculum building to their area of interest. In addition to core courses in music education, students will take courses covering advanced rehearsal techniques and performance literature, music theory, music history, music technology, pedagogy, and performance. Students in this program take a comprehensive exam in their final semester. This exam covers history and philosophy of music education, testing and research in music education, music learning theories, and curriculum design and is administered by the graduate music education faculty. This program requires 30 credits and does not lead to certification.

All graduate students in the Division of Music must take the Music Theory Placement Test. Those not passing this test will register for MT 499 (Theory Review). Graduate credit is not available for this remedial class.

Program Learning Outcomes
The student will ...
-- Critique influential philosophies and learning theories of music education from a Christian worldview.
-- Apply current research in music education to curriculum and instructional design.
-- Articulate a clear vision for innovative leadership in music education.

Entrance Requirements

All students studying in the Division of Graduate Studies in the School of Fine Arts are required to audition. This audition is used to evaluate your background and determine your potential as a graduate student.

What classes will I take?

The following courses are required:

Future Careers

A Christian School Recruitment Conference is sponsored by the Career Services office each February. Over 100 administrators and principals from many states and some foreign countries gather to interview and hire new teachers for their schools. This conference will give you many opportunities to find a place of service after you graduate. In addition, students can network with schools through our online placement service, CareerCentral. Hundreds of employment opportunities are posted annually. The Career Services office also helps students by holding seminars on resume preparation and interview techniques.

Career Services can help you prepare for job hunting and networking with employers.

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