13 Music Theory Master's Degree Programs

Essential to music theory majors are skills in harmony and voice leading, music analysis and instrumentation, as well as instrument studies. During your master’s studies, you will deepen your understanding of music research and gain more knowledge of your personal research field.

The MFA in Music Scoring & Composition is designed to provide the highest level of training in music composition and scoring for film, television, games, and other visual media. Balancing musicianship training with contemporary production skills to reflect a changing music industry, students will learn music theory, composition, harmony, orchestration, and arranging, focusing on creating emotion through music in synchronization with visual media. Students will use the latest computer-based production workflows, digital audio workstations, and virtual instrument libraries. The focus is on composition using virtual instruments, resulting in a thesis project and portfolio in the final year.

The Master's in Music Theory program is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of musical structures and analysis. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers core topics su...

The Master of Music in Music Theory program provides students with advanced training in the analytical, historical, and compositional aspects of music. It aims to deepen their understanding of musical...

The Master of Music in Music Theory program is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of music analysis, composition, and advanced theoretical concepts. It provides a structured ...

The Master's in Music Theory program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to deepen students' understanding of music analysis, composition, and historical context. Students engage with advanced ...

The Master’s in Music Theory program is designed to give students a solid foundation in the analytical and historical aspects of music. It focuses on developing skills in analyzing musical works, unde...

The Master's program in Music Theory offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to deepen students' understanding of musical structures, analysis techniques, and theoretical concepts. It emphasizes de...

The Master's in Music Theory program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to advance students' analytical, compositional, and pedagogical skills. Emphasizing a solid foundation in tonal and post...

Develop your skills as a music composer in a conservatory-like setting in this master of a music program, working closely with our faculty of internationally recognized composers. Specialize in traditional composition, electronic composition, or composing for film or music theatre. You will be actively involved in the performance of your work, collaborating with composers, musicians, and other artists, at NYU and throughout New York City.

The Master's in Music program offers a comprehensive, performance-oriented education designed to cultivate advanced skills in musicianship, and prepare students for professional careers or doctoral st...

The Master's in Music with a specialization in String Pedagogy is designed to prepare students for a career in teaching string instruments, combining advanced musical performance skills with comprehen...

The objectives of the course are to provide students the opportunity to learn and do research on musical art while placing a high priority on developing each student’s personality and creativity. It aims to train excellent musicians and researchers with the ability to play active roles in society by taking full advantage of their professional knowledge.