Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Undergraduate Certificate in Jazz Studies Composition in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Advanced Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,876
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
Gain insight into jazz within the urban setting that shaped its development and widespread appeal through Temple University's Jazz Studies Composition Undergraduate Certificate at the Boyer College of Music and Dance. Explore jazz composition and music theory to deepen your expertise in this musical style. This 13-credit, four-course certificate is available to any Temple undergraduate who has finished at least 15 credit hours. The program covers jazz and popular music composition, the evolution of jazz history, and its impact on genres ranging from blues to hip-hop. You'll master selecting the right notes and chords for your compositions, customized for your preferred instrument. Discover arrangements that drove the swing era, which originated in Philadelphia with artists like Charlie Gaines and Frankie Fairfax. Jazz composition seminars delve into bebop, popularized by Philly natives Benny Golson and Lee Morgan. You'll cultivate a comprehensive grasp of jazz performance techniques and its lasting legacy in music.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Your application must include all official and original academic records from any secondary school you have ever attended.
If you are attending a secondary school curriculum that is four years, Temple University reviews grades nine through 11 as well as your current progress in 12th grade (term/quarter/semester/predicted) or your final transcript if you completed secondary school.
If you are attending a secondary school curriculum that is only three years, we strongly recommend you submit the final year of your primary school as well.
TOEFL iBT - 79
IELTS - 6.0
PTE Academic - 53
Duolingo - 110
If you are admitted to Temple and you have submitted your enrollment deposit, you must have your secondary school send your final transcript or proof of graduation to Temple.
Need help determining what satisfies proof of graduation Please contact the International Admissions office.
If you are attending a secondary school curriculum that is four years, Temple University reviews grades nine through 11 as well as your current progress in 12th grade (term/quarter/semester/predicted) or your final transcript if you completed secondary school.
If you are attending a secondary school curriculum that is only three years, we strongly recommend you submit the final year of your primary school as well.
TOEFL iBT - 79
IELTS - 6.0
PTE Academic - 53
Duolingo - 110
If you are admitted to Temple and you have submitted your enrollment deposit, you must have your secondary school send your final transcript or proof of graduation to Temple.
Need help determining what satisfies proof of graduation Please contact the International Admissions office.
Tuition
USD
18,876