Program Overview
UNM is pleased to offer an online Master of Music degree with a concentration in Music Education. This program is designed specifically for currently licensed music educators to advance professionally in the teaching field. Many states require a Master’s degree within 5 years of obtaining a teaching license or as a credential for a level advancement.
The course of study is designed to help current teachers improve the quality of their instruction, increase their musical skills and knowledge, and to enhance their understanding of current issues in music education. An important goal of the course of study is to improve the student’s ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. UNM’s Music Education program offers a comprehensive curriculum in music education that provides a strong practical, theoretical, and philosophical foundation.
Learn more about the UNM Department of Music.
Disclosures
The University is required by federal regulation 34 CFR 668.43 to inform students that obtaining this degree may not be sufficient to meet the licensure requirements of your state licensure agency. Since only state agencies have the authority to determine if an individual satisfies the criteria for certification or licensure, UNM cannot assure the attainment of any certificate or license for an individual.
UNM strives to stay informed about the current state requirements for certification or licensure as these are subject to change. Prior to applying for admission, refer to our Professional Licensure Disclosure (PLD) webpage and contact the relevant licensing agency in your state. Also refer directly to the program you are interested in for additional details.
All online and distance education is protected by federal regulations and policies. For details on how, refer to the following resources: State Authorization, Disclosures, Accreditation and Complaint Resolution.
Admissions
Tuition and Fees
The total cost per credit hour is $428.12 base tuition. There is a student technology fee charged each semester. It is $150 in the Fall, $150 in the Spring, and $20 in the Summer. There may be additional costs, depending on the class. Additional costs are often for textbooks, supplemental course materials, and proctoring fees.
Admission Prerequisites
- Undergraduate degree in music education or post-baccalaureate teaching certification in music education from an accredited college or university, with evidence that the coursework included a practicum (practice teaching).
- Required documentation including a letter of intent, writing sample, current CV/resume, evidence of teacher certification, a video demonstration of teaching, and three letters of recommendation.
- Language Skills for International Students: International Students must meet all UNM Graduate Admission Requirements including tests for English proficiency. For more information regarding international students, please see International Students and Online Education.
Please see the UNM Department of Music’s website for more detailed information about the program. Additional admissions requirements may be found on the Office of Graduate Studies website.
Application Deadlines
- Fall 1st 8-week Term: July 31
- Fall 2nd 8-week Term: September 30
- Spring 1st 8-week Term: November 30
- Spring 2nd 8-week Term: January 31
- Summer 8-week Term: April 30
To apply for the program, in the Program of Interest section of the UNM Graduate Admissions Application, select the following:
College/School: College of Fine ArtsDepartment: Music
Program/Major: Music
Degree: MMU Music Education (Online Only)
Interest: Music Education
Degree Requirements
The MMU with a Music Education Concentration is offered as a Masters Plan II (with Project) option. A student must complete a minimum of 31 credit hours to receive the degree.About the Program
The Masters of Music (MMU) - Music Education Managed Online Program is designed for current teachers with valid teaching licenses.
To obtain an MMU with a Music Education concentration, students are required to complete:
- 13 credit hours of required core courses
- 12 credit hours of Music elective courses
- 6 credit hours of free elective courses
With the exception of MUSE 598, which should be taken at the end of the program, these courses can be taken in any order and can be completed in as little as 18 months, taking two courses at a time.
Special course sections are scheduled for Accelerated/Managed Online Program students and offered on a cyclical basis. Look for the courses in the current schedule of classes with a course comment that reads "Limited to managed online program students only." For more information, contact Olivia Tucker and George Nicholson.
Required Courses (13 credit hours)
Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
MUSE 532 | Introduction to Research in Music Education | 3 |
MUSE 534 | Seminar in Music Education | 3 |
MUSE 550 | Philosophy of Music Education | 3 |
MUSE 598 | Music Education Project (2 credit hour course repeated twice and taken at the end of the program of study) | 4 |
Music Elective Courses (12 credit hours*)
Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
MUS 520* | Music Through the Masters | 3 |
MUS 523* | Graduate Aural Skills Boot Camp | 3 |
MUS 530* | Music Literature and Analysis | 3 |
MUSE 577 | Music Education and Diversity | 3 |
MUSE 589 | Creativity in Music Education | 3 |
Free Elective Courses (6 credit hours)
Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
EDUC 542 | Principles of Curriculum Development | 3 |
EDUC 563 | Mentoring Educators for Professional Growth | 3 |
Learning Goals
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will articulate and demonstrate advanced knowledge of the unifying elements and principals of music as well as its historical context.
- Students will develop and demonstrate skills that are characterized by musical, pedagogical and scholarly excellence.
- Students will enhance the cultural life of New Mexico and beyond through scholarly academic writing, composing, teaching, conducting, and/or performing at a professional level.
