Denton,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Music - Music Theory in Denton United States | University of North Texas
University of North Texas
|
Denton United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,160
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Elevate your expertise in music theory with our advanced graduate programs. These programs provide in-depth professional development at one of the country's most extensive music colleges. Through rigorous coursework in theory and analysis, personalized mentorship, and abundant teaching experiences, we prepare students for academic and scholarly careers. Learn from distinguished faculty whose research has earned global acclaim. Our curriculum encompasses: Analytical methods spanning Western music history. Practical training in counterpoint composition. Direct engagement with historical music theory texts. Classroom-based instruction in music theory pedagogy. Specialized seminars exploring psychoanalysis, semiotics, transformational theory, post-tonal theory, and more.
Gain practical experience through teaching fellowships and assistantships. Teaching fellows typically lead two weekly classes, while assistants support professors through technical assistance or lab instruction. UNT's music theory scholars and students regularly present at conferences worldwide and publish influential works across various sub-disciplines in top-tier journals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Information Regarding Degree Certifications/Diplomas/Transcripts:
If you have already earned a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent and are pursuing either a second bachelor's degree you must apply for admission to UNT through the Toulouse Graduate School.
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. Live auditions are preferred for both music admission and award consideration.
Auditions will occur in one of two ways:
Live Audition/Interview Will occur on campus in Denton on our specified dates. Applicants invited for a live audition/interview will be notified through Acceptd messaging of their scheduled day/time.
Final Video Audition Available for applicants who are unable to attend the auditions in person and/or who apply after live auditions are full and closed. Following review of the video audition, our faculty might require an interview or virtual audition if additional information is needed.
Please note, a screening (preliminary video audition) is required for live audition consideration. Information regarding the screening is available within the area listing on the repertoire pages:
Applicants for admission to the M.M. and D.M.A. degree programs in conducting must submit the College of Music application and preliminary audition video by the first Monday in December. Qualified applicants will be invited to campus for a live audition and interview.
*M.A., M.M. Jazz Composition/Arranging, M.M.Ed. and Ph.D. applicants need only complete steps 1 and 2. In lieu of an audition, applicants to these programs will submit a portfolio. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
If you have already earned a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent and are pursuing either a second bachelor's degree you must apply for admission to UNT through the Toulouse Graduate School.
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. Live auditions are preferred for both music admission and award consideration.
Auditions will occur in one of two ways:
Live Audition/Interview Will occur on campus in Denton on our specified dates. Applicants invited for a live audition/interview will be notified through Acceptd messaging of their scheduled day/time.
Final Video Audition Available for applicants who are unable to attend the auditions in person and/or who apply after live auditions are full and closed. Following review of the video audition, our faculty might require an interview or virtual audition if additional information is needed.
Please note, a screening (preliminary video audition) is required for live audition consideration. Information regarding the screening is available within the area listing on the repertoire pages:
Applicants for admission to the M.M. and D.M.A. degree programs in conducting must submit the College of Music application and preliminary audition video by the first Monday in December. Qualified applicants will be invited to campus for a live audition and interview.
*M.A., M.M. Jazz Composition/Arranging, M.M.Ed. and Ph.D. applicants need only complete steps 1 and 2. In lieu of an audition, applicants to these programs will submit a portfolio. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Tuition
USD
32,160