Program Requirements (32 Hours)
The individual program of study is determined as a cooperative effort between the student and his or her advisor.
Bibliography (3 hours)
MUHL 7400 - Bibliography & Research Methods Credit Hours: (3)
Music Theory (3 hours)
Any graduate music theory course may be used for this requirement with the exception of individual studies, pedagogy, or repertory courses.
Ensemble (2 hours)
Music History (15 hours)
Minor Concentration in Music (6 hours)
Choose one of the following (3 hours)
MUHL 7996 - Thesis Credit Hours: (1-3)
MUHL 7995 - Master’s Portfolio Credit Hours: (1-3)
MUAP 7899 - Lecture Recital Credit Hours: (1-3)
Note: Students choosing the thesis option should familiarize themselves with the Thesis/Dissertation Preparation Guide before beginning to write.
Reading knowledge of one foreign language
Reading knowledge of one foreign language, preferably German, must be demonstrated before graduation.
Students taking the option of Lecture Recital
Students taking the option of Lecture Recital must have a minimum of one semester of individual lessons at the 6000 level.
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September 2025
College of Communication and Fine Arts
MEMPHIS,
Tennessee,
38152, United States
Baccalaureate Degree: The applicant must provide an official transcript showing that a bachelor’s degree was awarded by an accredited college or university. If you are a UofM undergraduate student applying to Graduate School at UofM, you do not need to request that an official transcript be sent to Graduate Admissions. This office has access to your transcript. In addition, transcripts from any other college or university attended may be requested. Only transcripts received directly from an issuing institution are considered official. Personal copies are not acceptable as official documents.
GPA: The applicant must have earned an acceptable grade point average, typically a minimum of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0, but departments may make exceptions for students whose overall GPA does not adequately reflect their ability to succeed in their chosen field.
English proficiency test scores accepted by the University:
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
A degree from the University of Memphis is much more than a qualification. It is a community and an experience which prepares students for success.
