Master of Arts: Ethnomusicology: Global Studies

Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Ethnomusicology – Global Studies can help students gain a deeper understanding of cultures across the globe. Our program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), so students can be confident they are receiving a world class education. The courses in this program provide a strong foundation in scholarship and research, non-Western music theory, and the application of resources to the field, this degree can help you learn how to communicate with people who hold diverse global worldviews. Students can learn how to compose music in the style of the people they serve which can further cross-cultural engagement and understanding. Throughout the program, many musical influences will be studied, including Native American, Middle Eastern, Indian, Eastern European, Indonesian, and more. Our MA in Ethnomusicology -Global Studies program can prepare students for a career as archivists, cross-cultural workers, ethnomusicologists, global nonprofit and non-governmental organization (NGO) service workers, intercultural music outreach workers, music anthropology researchers, music directors, music teachers, and more.