Music

1.5k Master's degrees in Music

University of St Andrews4,4(21)

Saint Andrews, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Audiovisual and Cinema Studies

The Audiovisual and Cinema Studies programme at the University of St Andrews offers comprehensive training in film and media studies, exploring cinema in a global context and participating in a network of 17 leading programmes in Europe, Canada and Brazil.

M.Litt. Full-time On-campus

2 years$62,618/yr

University of Nebraska Kearney4,0(5)

Online

Music Education

This online Music Education master’s program from University of Nebraska Kearney will equip you with advanced concepts, research and methods from faculty who have extensive backgrounds in both education and musical performance.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year$20,412/yr

Temple University4,2(71)

Philadelphia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music Therapy

Integrate personal and professional development through an examination of self, your clinical practice, coursework, and immersion in various research paradigms in the Master of Music Therapy at Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$59,472/yr

California State University East Bay4,0(13)

Hayward, United States

Music

The degree in Music at California State University East Bay is a dynamic and innovative initiative designed to empower students with advanced knowledge, skills, and insights, enabling them to excel in diverse facets of the musical landscape.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$17,599/yr

Indiana University Bloomington4,0(196)

Bloomington, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Jazz Studies

The Jazz Studies program is offered at Indiana University Bloomington.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,271/yr

Oakland University3,5(4)

Rochester Hills, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Piano Performance

The Piano Performance programme at Oakland University is a 32-credit Master of Music degree designed for experienced pianists. This full-time course focuses on enhancing technical mastery, musical understanding, and repertoire knowledge. Students benefit from expert faculty guidance and advanced performance training in a professional setting.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,428/yr

Charles University4,3(118)

Prague, Czech Republic Top 2% in Worldwide

Teacher Education of Musics for Lower and Upper Secondary Schools - Teacher Education of Choral Singing

The aim of the Teacher Education of Musics for Lower and Upper Secondary Schools - Teacher Education of Choral Singing program at Charles University is to provide its graduates with a comprehensive master's degree, which will prepare them for the profession of music teacher at the 2nd level of primary and secondary schools.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$8,649/yr

University of North Carolina Greensboro4,0(5)

Greensboro, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Music Theory

The M.M. in Music Theory at University of North Carolina Greensboro requires 34 credit hours. Thesis and non-thesis options are offered. At least one half the work credited toward the degree must be in 600-level courses or above. A diagnostic examination is administered prior to the first semester of enrollment.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,328/yr

University of Idaho4,5(11)

Moscow, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Music - Collaborative Piano

Designed to meet the needs of professional performers, composers, and studio or school Music teachers. The Music - Collaborative Piano program is offered by University of Idaho.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$31,582/yr

Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama4,0(2)

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre at Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama creates the circumstances – through class work, rehearsal and performance – that drive you to develop specialised skills in acting, singing, the spoken word, dance and movement.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

10 months$42,338/full

Technological University Dublin3,9(80)

Abbey Wood, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Music (Conducting)

The Master of Music in Conducting at Technological University Dublin is a one-year full-time programme designed for those with a strong performance background. This degree equips students with the skills necessary for a career in choral and orchestral conducting. The course combines online and on-campus attendance, commencing in September 2026.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,816/yr

North Dakota State University3,5(2)

Fargo, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Music

The Music program at North Dakota State University offers options in performance, conducting and music education.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,460/yr

University of Melbourne4,2(116)

Melbourne, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Music (Research)

The Master of Music (Research) from the University of Melbourne is a graduate research degree designed for students to develop their potential for research, contribute to understandings of contemporary practice and theory, and, where relevant, develop mastery in their field of practice.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$33,855/yr

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee3,8(14)

Milwaukee, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Music Performance - Guitar

This Music Performance - Guitar concentration from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is designed for the music student who wishes to concentrate primarily on the major performing skill. The student may specialize in either classical, finger-style, or jazz guitar.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,090/yr

The Juilliard School

Tianjin, China

Instrumental and Chamber Music Studies

This Instrumental and Chamber Music Studies course from The Juilliard School is dedicated to preparing musicians for careers performing in string and piano chamber music ensembles.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$58,504/yr

University of British Columbia4,2(210)

Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Music Education

The graduate program in Music Education offered by University of British Columbia is designed to meet a variety of needs and interests. Specializations include conducting, music pedagogy, early childhood music, curriculum development, cultural studies, music and media studies, music and related technologies, and teacher education.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$12,521/yr

Queen Mary University of London4,1(124)

London, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Sound and Music Computing

Sound and Music Computing MSc course delivered by Queen Mary University of London equips you with the expertise to become a specialist in streaming and music distribution, featuring a diverse range of modules finely tuned for the music industry.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$42,677/yr

University of South Carolina3,7(6)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music - Violin/Viola Pedagogy

The ability to play an instrument is a gift to be shared. Through the Music - Violin/Viola Pedagogy MM program offered at University of South Carolina, you will enhance your performance skills, increase your knowledge of instrument repertoire and gain an understanding of appropriate pedagogies. You will also apply these skills through supervised teaching of a wide range of students.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,760/yr

University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,1(21)

Las Vegas, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Music

Music major delivered by University of Nevada, Las Vegas develops advanced competencies in music teaching and provides the means for students holding an undergraduate music degree the opportunity to earn teaching licensure in Nevada.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$28,895/yr

Cleveland Institute of Music5,0(1)

Cleveland, United States

Cello

When you study in the Cello program of Cleveland Institute of Music, you’ll be well-equipped for a diverse career. It starts with your weekly private lessons and continues with master classes, solo recitals, chamber ensembles, orchestra and new music ensembles—as well as specialized repertoire classes to prepare for professional auditions.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$52,500/yr