Santa Cruz,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctorate of Musical Arts in Composition in Santa Cruz United States | University of California, Santa Cruz
University of California, Santa Cruz
|
Santa Cruz United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,366
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) program in composition fosters diverse creative approaches in music creation. This DMA curriculum cultivates skilled, engaged composers with comprehensive knowledge of contemporary techniques, cultural influences, and technological possibilities. Participants engage in various composition seminars, exploring cross-cultural perspectives (including indigenous, Asian, and African-diasporic traditions) alongside digital composition methods like algorithmic processes, constraint-based generation, sound synthesis, multimedia work, and live audio manipulation.
DMA Program Learning Outcomes:
Graduates will achieve:
1) expertise in composing and performing original works
2) advanced command of compositional techniques
3) refined analytical abilities regarding musical expression
4) sophisticated understanding of music's cultural significance
5) strong verbal and written communication about music
6) autonomous research capabilities
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Student must have a four-year bachelor's degree at an English-speaking institution.
English Language Testing
For those choosing to take the TOEFL, a minimum score on the paper-based TOEFL of 550, or 220 on the computer-based test, or 83 on the internet-based test is required for admission.
For those choosing to take the IELTS, a minimum overall score of 7 from the IELTS test is required for admission.
Tuition
USD
27,366