M.M.E. Music Education
Degree: Master of Music Education (M.M.E.) | Total Hours: 30 | Department: Music | School: Arts & Sciences | Major Code: 114
The Master of Music Education degree provides teachers the opportunity to develop advanced skills in musicianship, pedagogical techniques, curriculum design, assessment, and research. Graduates return to the classroom prepared for the next level of leadership for their students, programs, and the profession. All coursework is offered in a distance learning format only.
Admission
In addition to the general requirements of the School of Graduate Studies, applicants must provide one official transcript from each institution attended documenting a baccalaureate degree in music from an accredited institution. Additional information is available at se.edu/gus/master-of-music-education/.
Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA to remain in good standing. A grade of B or better is required for course credit. Students have 7 years to complete the MME from the first semester of enrollment. Students must complete at least the last 15 hours of their degree at Southeastern.
Course Requirements
Music Education Courses (15 hours)
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 5333 | History and Philosophy of Music Education | 3 |
| MUS 5343 | Music Education Research | 3 |
| MUS 5353 | Music Education Curriculum Development and Assessment | 3 |
| MUS 5363 | Music Administration and Supervision | 3 |
| Choose one: MUS 5303 Advanced Methods & Media in Elementary School; MUS 5313 in Instrumental Music; or MUS 5323 in Vocal Music | 3 | |
Music History, Theory, and Literature Courses (6 hours)
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 5960 | Directed Readings in Music History and Literature | 3 |
| MUS 5213 | Form and Analysis | 3 |
Performance Course (3 hours)
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 5223 | Advanced Score Reading and Rehearsal Techniques | 3 |
Thesis or Project Course (3 hours)
| Course | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 5990 | Thesis or Project | 3 |
Elective Courses (3 hours)
Select a graduate MUS course as advised by the program coordinator.
Total Hours Required: 30
Graduation Requirements
- Complete the approved program of courses in the Master of Music Education.
- Possess a grade point average of at least 3.0 in all graduate work on the plan of study. All grades must be B or better.
- Request a degree check prior to the semester of graduation.
- Apply for graduation at the beginning of the semester of expected graduation.
- Successfully complete and pass the final project.