2012-2013 Samford University Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2012-2013 Samford University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Pattern 2: Fifth Year Non-Traditional Program, M.M.E.


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The master of music education in music (M.M.E.) is designed to prepare students for increasing responsibilities in the field of music teaching. Completion of this degree qualifies the individual for an Alabama Class A teaching certificate. Two distinct programs are offered. The traditional program (Pattern 1) is for persons who hold an Alabama Class B teaching certificate or its equivalent. The fifth year non-traditional program (Pattern 2) is for persons whose previous education does not make them eligible for an Alabama Class B teaching certificate. Both programs conclude with an oral comprehensive examination.

Required Courses


Music Education: 32 Credits


Teaching Field: Music (Required): 5 Credits


Music Electives: Vocal/Choral or Instr Emphasis: 10 Credits


Total Required Credits: 44


* Students pursuing instrumental certification who have not previously completed a course in vocal techniques must take MUSC 5321 .

** Certification in Orff-Schulwerk Level I (MUSC 5360 ) prerequisite.

*** Students pursuing vocal/choral certification who have not previously completed a course in vocal pedagogy must take MUSC 5620 .

No more than three credits of special studies can be counted toward the degree.

†† No more than two credits of Samford Opera, Opera Workshop, and/or Graduate Ensemble can be counted toward the degree.

††† No more than four credits of performance can be counted in this cluster.

§ May be waived by proficiency examination.

NOTE: Program subject to change if state and/or federal requirements are revised.

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