2022-2023 Samford University Graduate Catalog 
    
    Dec 01, 2024  
2022-2023 Samford University Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Music: Pattern 2: Alternative Master’s Program (M.M.E.)


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The master of music education in music (M.M.E.) is designed to prepare students for music teaching. The alternative master’s program (Pattern 2) is for persons whose previous education does not make them eligible for an Alabama Class B teaching certificate. Completion of this degree qualifies the individual for an Alabama Class A teaching certificate.

Music, Pattern 2: Alternative Master’s Program: 41 Credits


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


Total Required Credits: 41


* 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 .

Only one special studies course can count 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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