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Bachelor of Composition
- Huntsville, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Doctoral programme in musical composition.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Composition.
Career outcomes
- Composition Specialist
- Composition Assistant
Curriculum
- Composition applied study
- Additional musicology or theory seminar
- Musicology Colloquium
- Pathways in Higher Education
- And doctoral consultation and research each semester
- With at least one year in full-time residence.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion (freshmen) or prior college work (transfer); official transcripts
- NACES evaluation if required
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion (freshmen) or prior college work (transfer); official transcripts, NACES evaluation if required
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 69
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 100
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,855 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Huntsville main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Media |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Institutional and program scholarships may be available; international eligibility and funding depend on the specific award. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days leftProgram starts
June 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Aug 2027
260 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $21,855 USD per year. The application fee is $90 USD. The estimated living cost is $13,500 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 69, IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 100, IELTS Academic 6.