Master of Music Education

University of Georgia
Degree Level Masters
Total Credit Hours 33

Program Description

Offered online through the University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music, the Master of Music Education (M.M.Ed) is for currently certified music teachers who wish to enhance practitioner and research skills. With a choice of emphasis on general, choral, or instrumental music, the degree will prepare you to assume academic leadership roles in curriculum design, mentorship, and teacher research.

Informed by the latest methods and techniques, you will participate in interactive discussions and seminars to create and share innovative teaching strategies.

Completion of the Master of Music Education degree program leads to Georgia Teacher Certification in Music at the T-5 Level.

Admissions Information

Students applying to The University of Georgia must be accepted by the Graduate School. Persons holding a bachelor's degree from any institution accredited by the proper regional accrediting association are eligible to apply for admission to the Graduate School.

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree in music education from an accredited institution, and hold certification to teach music in public/private K-12 schools, be eligible for such certification, or, in the judgment of the Hodgson School of Music Faculty, have equivalent competencies. Applicants should have attained grade point average of 3.0 or better for all undergraduate work.

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Program Accreditation

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges


National Association of Schools of Music