Mar 28, 2024  
Ohio University Graduate Catalog 2013-2015 
    
Ohio University Graduate Catalog 2013-2015 [Archived Catalog]

Music Performance Certificate


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Program Overview: The graduate certificate program is a full-time, 20 credit hour graduate level curriculum. The Performance Certificate is designed for students who wish to focus on an applied curriculum in order to enhance their performance skills. Because it is a non-degree program, students may not concurrently pursue the Master of Music degree. The program requires fewer credit hours and academic courses compared with the Master of Music degree curriculum and offers more flexibility in course selection–which is determined in consultation with the major advisor. Applicants must have an acceptable baccalaureate degree, although exceptions may be considered in cases where applicants can document that they have the equivalent in professional performing experience and meet School of Music academic and performance standards.

Admissions Policy: Auditions demonstrating graduate-level performance proficiency are required. The 20 credit hour program isdesigned to be completed in two to four semesters of full time enrollment. Applicants must have an earned baccalaureate degree although exceptions may be considered in cases where applicants can document that they have the equivalent in professional performing experience and meet the School of Music academic standards. Students pursue the performance certificate in a nondegree status and may not simultaneously work toward a Master of Music degree.

Change Policy: Auditions demonstrating graduate-level performance proficiency are required. The 20 credit hour program is designed to be completed in two to four semesters of full time enrollment. Applicants must have an earned baccalaureate degree although exceptions may be considered in cases where applicants can document that they have the equivalent in professional performing experience and meet the School of Music academic standards. Students pursue the performance certificate in a nondegree status and may not simultaneously work toward a Master of Music degree.

Transfer Policy: Auditions demonstrating graduate-level performance proficiency are required. The 20 credit hour program is designed to be completed in two to four semesters of full time enrollment. Applicants must have an earned baccalaureate degree although exceptions may be considered in cases where applicants can document that they have the equivalent in professional performing experience and meet the School of Music academic standards. Students pursue the performance certificate in a nondegree status and may not simultaneously work toward a Master of Music degree.

Opportunities: The graduate certificate program is a full-time, 20 credit hour graduate level curriculum. The Performance Certificate is designed for students who wish to focus on an applied curriculum in order to enhance their performance skills.

Courses of Instruction - Music


Course topics include:

  • History and Literature
  • Independent Study
  • Music Education
  • Music Therapy
  • Performance
  • Theory and Composition

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