Students completing a Bachelor of Music in Music Theory undergo a rigorous program that prepares them to continue on to graduate study in the field. In addition to working closely with the theory faculty, students receive mentoring and are encouraged to attend and present at regional and national conferences. Students also write an extended research paper on a related topic chosen in consultation with their adviser, in addition to completing studies in cognate fields such as foreign languages, music history and research methods.
Advanced courses in counterpoint, orchestration, analysis, keyboard harmony and analytical technique seminars exposes our students to a broad array of approaches to understanding, analyzing, hearing, performing and composing music. By offering numerous ways to deepen one’s engagement with music, theory courses provide a solid foundation for musical experiences at the University of Delaware and beyond.
Students in this major have been accepted to prestigious graduate programs in music theory such as those at the Ohio State University, McGill University and Hunter College.
AREAS OF STUDY
Music Theory
Aural Skills
Music History
Piano
Private Weekly Instrumental or Vocal Lessons
Ensembles
Advanced Study in Music Analysis, Orchestration and Harmonic Forms
Independent Research and Thesis Projects
German Language
CAREER OPTIONS
Collegiate-Level Teaching
Academic Textbook Publishing
Music and Arts Advocacy
Vocational Composition and Arranging
Academic and Non-Academic Writing
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Music Theory
Music Business
Music Education
Music Therapy
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
February 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
University of Delaware,
4 Kent Way,
NEWARK,
Delaware,
19716, United States
Applicants to the University must be graduates of accredited secondary schools or have equivalent credentials. Specifically, for post-secondary, degree-seeking programs, we consider for admission students who
English proficiency test scores:
Direct Admission
Academic Transitions Pathway
Auditions for entry into Fall 2024 will be held on campus at the Amy E. DuPont Music Building on the following dates: January 24, 25, 26; Graduate only: Saturday, January 27
Applicants who cannot attend in-person have the option to submit a pre-recorded video audition using an audition request form by January 15. The form will be accessible by email following the completion of the application.
Undergraduate and graduate applications must submit all materials, including audition videos no later than January 15 for scholarship, or funding consideration.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
UD students study high-ranking, research-intensive programs supported by over 275 years of academic heritage, joining a distinguished alumni network
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