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Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (AMU)
PhD in Composition
- Prague 1, Czech Republic
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Composition is for graduates who hold a Master’s degree and ready to pursue the highest level of artistic and academic development in music composition. This supports advanced composers in honing a highly individual artistic voice and developing a sustained creative and research agenda.


University of Missouri, Kansas City
PhD in Music Composition
- Kansas City, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Music Composition is a comprehensive doctoral program designed to develop advanced skills in composing, relevant to both academic and professional careers in music....
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Miami University - Ohio
PhD in Composition and Rhetoric
- Oxford, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Composition and Rhetoric offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare scholars for advanced research, teaching, and leadership roles in the fields of writing, rhetoric, and...


Five Towns College
PhD in Composition and Arranging
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The program is designed to take 2 years to complete. Of those that completed the program in 2012-2013, *% finished in 2
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A Doctoral degree in Composition enables you to delve deeply into the art and science of writing. This advanced program emphasizes original research, offering a unique chance to explore diverse writing styles and genres while developing your voice as a scholar and practitioner.
In this program, you're likely to investigate theoretical frameworks in composition studies, narrative techniques, and rhetorical strategies. You'll analyze texts, craft original works, and gain experience in critical dialogue regarding writing pedagogy and assessment. Students strengthen adaptability as they explore new ideas and methods, preparing them for complex conversations in the field.
Courses may cover areas such as digital rhetoric, composition theory, and advanced stylistics, allowing you to develop specific skills like conducting workshops, creating curriculum, and engaging in scholarly publishing. Graduates commonly pursue careers in academia as professors or as researchers in educational organizations, underscoring the value of expertise in composition across various industries.