Master in Music (Master's)

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This programme focuses on developing individual musical talents through advanced performance training. Students build professional skills in interpretation, communication, and critical thinking. The curriculum emphasizes practical application of musical knowledge in real-world performance settings. It prepares students for careers as professional musicians in diverse performance contexts.

Focus areas include Performance.

The programme requires 30 credit hours, distributed across coursework, applied music study, and performance requirements. No dissertation or capstone is required.

Graduates work as professional musicians, session musicians, or performers in bands and solo projects.

Applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements at Morehead State University. Additional requirements include an entrance exam and submission of audition materials. Official transcripts and application forms are required.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. Face-to-Face, Full-Time, 30 hours. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 82% of applicants.

Morehead State University has grown into a public regional university based in Morehead, Kentucky, with additional locations in Ashland, Mt. Sterling and Prestonsburg. Students can also choose online and hybrid study. Academic options include 65 undergraduate majors, undergraduate minors, certificates, master's programs, doctoral programs and licensure pathways. Areas of interest span agriculture, arts and humanities, business, education, health sciences, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and social sciences.

Program strengths include space science, medical careers, engineering and education. The university has also received the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as a Research College and University for 2025. Level UP adds career-oriented courses, faculty mentoring and hands-on experience for students developing career skills. Research, scholarly work and practical preparation are part of the academic experience.

International students can expect a campus community with social events, academic workshops, student clubs and organizations, advising support and campus resources. Welcome Week+ introduces new students to people and services, while Eagle Fest offers opportunities to explore more than 100 clubs and organizations and connect with local businesses and community groups. Students should also consider available scholarships and grants, as well as the university's residential campus experience in Morehead.