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Take your teaching career to the next level with Oakland University’s Master of Music in Music Education. Whether you’re a seasoned educator aiming to elevate your pedagogical prowess or an eager newcomer looking to enrich your abilities, our master’s in music education provides specialized training to empower you for long-term success. As an OU music education major, you’ll choose from two distinct pathways: our thesis option, centered around research, or our practicum option, focused on practical teaching skills. Our music education degree program also fosters artistic and intellectual growth, immersing you in a dynamic and collaborative community of acclaimed faculty and talented peers. With our master’s degree in music, accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, you’ll gain the essential knowledge, skills and experience to make a significant impact in your career and in the lives of future musicians.
Take your teaching career to the next level with Oakland University’s Master of Music in Music Education. Whether you’re a seasoned educator aiming to elevate your pedagogical prowess or an eager newcomer looking to enrich your abilities, our master’s in music education provides specialized training to empower you for long-term success. As an OU music education major, you’ll choose from two distinct pathways: our thesis option, centered around research, or our practicum option, focused on practical teaching skills. Our music education degree program also fosters artistic and intellectual growth, immersing you in a dynamic and collaborative community of acclaimed faculty and talented peers. With our master’s degree in music, accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, you’ll gain the essential knowledge, skills and experience to make a significant impact in your career and in the lives of future musicians.
Oakland’s master’s in music education sets the stage for unparalleled growth and success in your music teaching career. With internationally recognized faculty and accomplished students from diverse backgrounds, OU offers ample teaching, research and performance opportunities for music education majors — along with an active music community in nearby Flint and Detroit, Michigan.
Shape the future of music education with a master’s degree in music from Oakland University. Our comprehensive program equips you with the skills and expertise to lead, inspire and innovate in the field of music education. Whether you aspire to elevate your role as a K–12 music educator, delve into research or drive curriculum development, our Master of Music in Music Education opens doors to a myriad of exciting career opportunities.
Oakland University’s Master of Music in Music Education features a comprehensive curriculum to unlock your full potential as a music educator. To be eligible for the master’s in music education, you must have a bachelor’s degree in music from an accredited institution or its U.S. equivalent with prior teaching experience. The 32-credit music education degree features courses in elementary, secondary, choral and instrumental music teaching, along with two distinctive pathways:
Thesis Option: With our Master of Music in Music Education thesis option, you’ll engage in hands-on research, develop and present a master’s thesis, and contribute to the advancement of music education knowledge. Sample course offerings for this option include:
Practicum Option: The Master of Music in Music Education practicum option focuses on refining your practical teaching skills and classroom application. You’ll create a practicum analysis and reflection portfolio, and bridge theory and practice in authentic teaching settings. Sample courses include:
Not sure if the Master of Music in Music Education is right for you? Check out these other master’s degrees in music at Oakland, and contact our admissions team to discuss your options: