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Diploma of Jazz Pedagogy
- Ottawa, United States
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A 15-credit graduate certificate in jazz teaching.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate concepts and methods in Jazz Pedagogy to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in repertoire for large and small ensembles
- Two jazz pedagogy courses for horns and rhythm section. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Research Assistant
- Project Assistant
- Program Coordinator
Curriculum
- Five 3-credit graduate courses: jazz improvisation theory and practice
- Repertoire for large and small ensembles
- Two jazz pedagogy courses for horns and rhythm section
- And jazz arranging for educators.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed baccalaureate degree (graduate certificate rule)
- Graduate degree holders also eligible
- No separate GPA published for the certificate
- No minimum grade published for the certificate.
Accepted academic background
Completed baccalaureate degree (graduate certificate rule), Graduate degree holders also eligible.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- Duolingo 110
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).
How to apply
- Check graduate certificate requirements. Apply online through Ottawa University admissions (75 USD graduate application fee). Submit transcripts showing a completed bachelor's degree with a NACES evaluation and English test scores unless waived. Receive the admission decision. Confirm with the international office that a 15-credit certificate qualifies for an F-1 I-20 before applying for the visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $8,382 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Ottawa, Kansas |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 15 |
| Study pace | Full-time,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $8,382 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,000 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, Duolingo 110.