The Graduate Certificate in Music Theory Pedagogy is intended primarily for DMA (Doctor of Musical Arts) students who wish to gain experience and expertise in theory pedagogy in order to strengthen their background for increased marketability in higher education. It is assumed that any student granted admission into the certificate curriculum would have been accepted as a student in the Graduate School.
Admission Requirements
Admission criteria for the certificate are the same as those for graduate study in music, with one additional requirement. All graduate applicants in music are required to submit the Graduate School application form and transcripts from all higher education institutions attended.
Applicants for the School of Music are also required to submit at least three letters of recommendation, an essay of personal goals and objectives, and to take the School of Music’s Entrance Exams.
Applicants for the Certificate are further required to complete an entrance interview with 1-2 members of the theory faculty – during which students are asked about their career objectives, teaching philosophy, and course work, and tested on various prerequisite teaching skills – and an exit interview/teaching discussion.
The Graduate Certificate in Music Theory Pedagogy requires 15 credit hours as follows:
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