Master of Music with a Concentration in Theory and Composition

Wells School of Music
Required Music Theory Course
MTC 542Music Analysis3
Area of Concentration 1
MTC 512Composition I3
MTC 513Composition II3
MTC 517Advanced Computer Music3
MTC 54416th Century Counterpoint3
Concentration Electives
Select two of the following:6
Composition III
Advanced Orchestration
18th Century Counterpoint
Music History 2
Select one MHL course at the 600-level.3
Free Electives
Select one free elective.3
Research Component
MMU 699Thesis3
Total Credits Required30
1

May substitute one course from the list of Concentration Electives.

2

If student fails the Graduate Placement test in Music History, they MUST complete the MHL 501 remedial course PRIOR to taking this requirement.

To track their individual degree progress, students are advised to access their Degree Progress Report (DPR) via my WCU and consult their Graduate Coordinator.  For more information, visit wcupa.edu/DegreeProgressReport.

The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.

Plan of Study Grid
Year One
Semester OneCredits
MTC 512 Composition I 3
MTC 541
Advanced Orchestration
or Music Analysis
3
 Credits6
Semester Two
MTC 513 Composition II (Free Elective) 3
MTC 545 18th Century Counterpoint 3
MTC 517 Advanced Computer Music 3
 Credits9
Year Two
Semester Three
MTC 514
Composition III
or Music Theory and Composition Seminar
3
MTC 541
Advanced Orchestration
or Music Analysis
3
MTC 544 16th Century Counterpoint 3
 Credits9
Semester Four
MHL XXXMusic History Elective 3
MMU 699 Thesis 3
Thesis Defense (no credit)  
 Credits6
 Total Credits30