About the course

The Master of Arts degree in Ethnomusicology is designed to offer students a solid foundation in regional studies of music style, performance practice, history and cultural associations in order to prepare students for continued graduate studies at the doctoral level and/or public sector careers in world music. The program integrates theoretical perspectives relevant to the discipline with these practical aims, so that students can communicate effectively with persons within and outside the field of ethnomusicology.

　　While a balanced global coverage is emphasized, Kent State music faculty focus on studies in Central Africa, mainland Southeast Asia, East Asia, the Caribbean, North and South America and the Middle East, as well as popular music studies. Theoretical concerns include sociocultural identity, semiotics, gender studies, politics and power, ritual studies, globalization and hybridity, as well as studies in inter-related arts (e.g., dance and theatre).

　　Program Learning Outcomes

　　Graduates of the program are able to:

　　Recognize, identify, interpret and discuss theoretical concerns and important contributions of historical figures in the field of ethnomusicology, as well as representative music styles from different historical periods, countries and ethnic populations.

　　Demonstrate and apply fieldwork techniques including proficiency with photography, videography and audio recording, interviewing and participant-observation research.

　　Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute an efficient and productive lecture presentation in an academic setting for use at professional conferences, concert performances and classroom teaching that includes time management, clear and effective explanation, efficient use of multi-media and successful question and answer interactions. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Kent
Summer (May), 2024	Kent
Fall (August), 2024	Kent
Spring (January), 2025	Kent
Summer (May), 2025	Kent
Fall (August), 2025	Kent
Spring (January), 2026	Kent
Summer (May), 2026	Kent

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Kent State University

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

　　Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000 point scale

　　Official transcript(s)

　　Résumé

　　Goal statement(s)

　　Academic paper written in English

　　Three letters of recommendation

　　Minimum 525 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)

　　Minimum 71 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)

　　Minimum 6.0 IELTS score

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 71.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Kent State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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