Overview

Students who pursue these advanced degrees are credentialed for academic positions in higher education. They may also pursue work as free-lance composers/arrangers, public school teachers, or as performing musicians or ensemble directors.

Key Facts

Students of Bachelor of Music Theory and Composition at University of Texas El Paso will develop the following skills:

Critical thinking: Analyze and evaluate issues in order to solve problems and develop informed opinions

Leadership: Step up, think, and act critically and creatively to bring others together to accomplish a common task

Problem-solving: Find solutions to difficult or complex issues

Social skills: Effectively use body language, verbal and non-verbal communication skills and personal appearance to communicate and interact with others

Teamwork: Participate as an effective, efficient member of a group in order to meet a common goal

Time management: Prioritize goals and organize time to be more productive and efficient

The study of music theory involves the perception and understanding of complex structures. and thus helps students develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. The composition component of the degree hones creativity and the ability to express ideas in an abstract language.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Improvisation

Music History Survey

Aural Skills

16th Century Counterpoint

18th-Century Counterpoint

Music Theory

Advanced Composition

Twentieth-Century Techniques

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

El Paso, United States

Disciplines

Music Musicology Music Composition View 2688 other Bachelors in Music in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

$65.00 application fee

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International applicants must complete the Confirmation of Financial Resources form to determine if you meet the required economic resource requirement.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

22000 USD / year

≈ 22000 USD / year
Out-of-State

22000 USD / year

≈ 22000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8800 USD / year

≈ 8800 USD / year

Living costs

El Paso

United States

888 - 1646 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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