Music Education, M.M.Ed. at University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina

United States of America, Columbia

University Rank:#628

University of South Carolina offers the Master of Music Education, M.M.Ed. as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Columbia , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for music education, m.m.ed. and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 18, 2027.

About Music Education, M.M.Ed.

Learning Outcomes

Candidates will be able to demonstrate masters-level ability to develop logical arguments and conclusions in written form, and base their positions on findings in relevant research literature.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate masters-level knowledge of music history, music theory, and compositional styles by identifying, describing, comparing, and contrasting musical works from the Antiquity through modern times.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate masters-level knowledge by identifying, describing, and comparing specific methods of teaching and predominant educational theories, and the uses of these approaches in the area of specialty (band, orchestra, choir, elementary, Pre-K/early childhood).

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Music Education, M.M.Ed. at University of South Carolina

Entry Requirements

The general requirements for admission include the completion of an undergraduate degree in music education with a grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale) on relevant courses; valid teacher certificate; an interview; and fulfillment of the general requirements for admission to The Graduate School, including the submission of three recommendations. A list of additional admission materials specific to this program is available on the School of Music website. Unless they have completed an undergraduate degree at an English-speaking institution, applicants whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL score of at least 80 (internet-based score) or 570 (paper-based). Admission decisions are based upon the applicant's total portfolio with particular weight being given to knowledge of and experience in elementary or secondary music teaching, the audition (for those desiring to present a recital), or research/writing abilities (for those desiring to write a thesis).

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 74

English Program Requirements

Applicants whose native language is not English must:

Submit a satisfactory score on an English proficiency test.
Take a diagnostic test in English when they arrive at the university.

Tuition and Fee Information for Music Education, M.M.Ed. at University of South Carolina

Application Fee 50

Music Education, M.M.Ed. at University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina

United States of America, Columbia