Denton,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Music - Composition (Computer Music Media) in Denton United States | University of North Texas
University of North Texas
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Denton United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,160
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Philosophy program in music, offering specializations in composition, musicology, or music theory, mandates completion of at least 90 semester credit hours beyond undergraduate studies. A minimum of 60 hours must be completed at UNT, while up to 30 transfer credits from other institutions may be approved by the College of Music's Theory Coordinator. Typically, an accredited master's degree fulfills the initial 30-hour requirement. Students must fulfill residency by enrolling in two consecutive main semesters (fall/spring or spring/fall) with at least 9 credit hours per term.
Earning a PhD in music isn't simply about completing coursework - true distinction comes through comprehensive mastery of musical disciplines and demonstrated capacity for original research (in musicology or theory) or exceptional creative output (in composition).
Certain programs may involve performance laboratory or ensemble participation. Music Laboratories include choral, orchestral, band, jazz lab, and accompanying groups. Graduate students can join various ensembles such as opera theater, early music groups, NOVA ensemble, intermedia arts, brass groups, wind ensembles, jazz combos, chamber orchestra, percussion groups, string quartets, vocal ensembles, harp collective, and Mariachi Aguilas.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants for admission to the M.M. or D.M.A. degree programs in performance or Graduate Artist Certificate in Music Performance (GAC) must pass an admission audition before a faculty panel.
Apply for admission to UNT through the Toulouse Graduate School (tgs.unt.edu).
Apply for admission to the College of Music through the online application for admission, audition, scholarship, fellowship and assistantships
Submit the following materials through the music application:
A resume
Three letters of recommendation by persons who know the applicant personally, professionally and academically.
Examples of scholarly writing, a research paper, a published article, or an essay that demonstrates the ability to address significant issues pertaining to the area of study.
Statement of personal interest, to include a statement indicating reasons for interest in pursuing graduate study in the chosen field.
Evaluation of transcripts from previous degree(s): N.B. Please DO NOT send transcripts to the College of Music. They are part of your application to UNT's Toulouse Graduate School. After Toulouse evaluates your documents, they will forward copies to the College of Music for review. Your transcripts will be evaluated and notification of required leveling courses will be sent by the Graduate Studies Office after you receive notice of your admission.
Composition portfolio (required for all Ph.D. with a concentration in Composition applicants)
Effective for the Fall 2024 admission cycle, we no longer require submission of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or UNT Graduate Writing Exam.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Apply for admission to UNT through the Toulouse Graduate School (tgs.unt.edu).
Apply for admission to the College of Music through the online application for admission, audition, scholarship, fellowship and assistantships
Submit the following materials through the music application:
A resume
Three letters of recommendation by persons who know the applicant personally, professionally and academically.
Examples of scholarly writing, a research paper, a published article, or an essay that demonstrates the ability to address significant issues pertaining to the area of study.
Statement of personal interest, to include a statement indicating reasons for interest in pursuing graduate study in the chosen field.
Evaluation of transcripts from previous degree(s): N.B. Please DO NOT send transcripts to the College of Music. They are part of your application to UNT's Toulouse Graduate School. After Toulouse evaluates your documents, they will forward copies to the College of Music for review. Your transcripts will be evaluated and notification of required leveling courses will be sent by the Graduate Studies Office after you receive notice of your admission.
Composition portfolio (required for all Ph.D. with a concentration in Composition applicants)
Effective for the Fall 2024 admission cycle, we no longer require submission of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or UNT Graduate Writing Exam.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Tuition
USD
32,160