GRADUATE DEGREES IN MUSIC EDUCATION
MASTER OF MUSIC EDUCATION | LAMP (Licensure Alternative Master's Program)
The University of Toledo offers two master's level degrees music education. Acceptance into graduate music degree programs requires acceptance by the UT Graduate School, an extensive audition, diagnostic music theory and music history examinations, an undergraduate GPS of at least 2.70, and three letters of recommendation. Below is basic information about each degree. To your right are links with graduation checksheets for each degree, information on graduate assistantships and other helpful degree related links. Visit the University Course Catalog for complete degree requirement information.
MASTER OF MUSIC EDUCATION DEGREES
MASTER OF MUSIC EDUCATION
Master of Music Education degrees are offered through the Judith Herb College of Education. Visit the college's degree catalog page for more information. The master of music education degree requires a minimum of 36 semester hours of coursework. Required courses include a research course (3 hours), a minimum of two ensembles (2 hours), a project or thesis (3 hours) and the college's (Judith Herb College of Education, Health Science and Human Service) core of 12 semester hours. Other course selections are in music education and areas that require further study, based on entrance exam results.
Student Learning Outcomes In The Master Of Music Education
Students will:
1. Develop an understanding of theories of learning and musical learning, their roots, assumptions, and implications for music education practice.
2. Improve and expand upon their knowledge of teaching methods and materials, including the influences of technology and multiculturalism in the learning process.
3. Develop an understanding of current trends and methodologies in education and music education.
4. Demonstrate the advanced musical and pedagogical knowledge and research/writing skills necessary to enhance their teaching abilities in a P-16 Vocal and/or Instrumental teaching position.
5. Demonstrate the advanced musical and pedagogical knowledge and research/writing and communication skills necessary to solve a contemporary music education problem.
Master of Music Education Degree Checklist
Consult UT Catalog for course descriptions. [http://catalog.utoledo.edu/]
1. Coursework: 36 credit hours minimum [select electives with approval of advisor]
MUS 5900 [3]
MED 5360 [3]
Education Core Courses: 9 credit hours. [Complete in first semesters of study; see
catalog for core courses that apply]
a. Cultural Foundations (TSOC)
b. Research Foundations (RSEM)
c. Psychological Foundations (EDP)
Music Education Electives: 6 credit hours
Music Electives: 10 credit hours
Ensembles: 2 credit hours
NOTE: submit Plan-of-study by the completion of 15 credit hours.
2. Project or Thesis [three credit hours]:
Project:
a. Project Notice Form
b. Human Subjects Committee Approval
Thesis:
a. Thesis Notice Form
b. Human Subjects Committee Approval
3.Comprehensive Exams [Departmental]:
Written
Orals
4. End of Degree Paperwork:
3.0 GPA minimum
Application for Graduation [see deadlines from graduate school]
No PR’s on transcript
LAMP LICENSURE ALTERNATIVE MASTER’S PROGRAM
The Licensure Alternative Master's Program (LAMP) is a unique program for providing an initial license for those individuals who are seeking a career change and are interested in becoming teachers. The LAMP provides a sequence of courses applicable to teacher licensure from the State of Ohio and may be combined with an appropriate master’s degree. Licensure may be obtained in the following areas: Adolescent education (grades 7-12), middle childhood education (grades 4-9), art education (grades K-12) and music education (grades K-12). The program is designed to provide the student with opportunities to spend time in school settings and to put these experiences into perspective through on-campus reflective seminars.
Consult UT Catalog for course descriptionshttp://catalog.utoledo.edu/
Lamp Degree Checklist
1.Coursework: 30 credit hours minimum [select electives with approval of advisor]
MUS 5900 [3]
Applied Music : 10 credit hours. Students are required to give a graduate
recital. Students must be registered for applied music during the semester
in which the recital is given.
Music Electives: 10 credit hours
Ensembles: 2 credit hours
MUS 6990: Recital/Document [Independent Study] (2)
A paper typically of 15-20 pages, which covers a theoretical analysis,
and/or historical review of the music performed on the graduate recital
and/or related topics.
Graduate Electives (3) Music or non-music courses
[chosen in consultation with the graduate adviser].
NOTE: submit Plan-of-study by the completion of 15 credit hours.
2.Comprehensive Exams [Departmental]:
Written
Orals
3.End of Degree Paperwork:
3.0 GPA minimum
Application for Graduation [see deadlines from graduate school]
No PR’s on transcript