Description: The PhD in Music with Specialization in Music Education is a rigorous program that aims to hone scholars out of practicing music educators as well as academicians of other disciplines. This philosophical program grounds its interdisciplinary scholarship in sociology, anthropology, ideology, aesthetics, and methodological advancements. It aims to interject these differing disciplines in cultivating the critical-mindedness of students in their writing. With the fast-paced innovations in strategies and concepts, professional students are refined to embrace technological advancements in education.
Program Outcomes:
- Design methodologies of music teaching that are contextualized culturally, sociologically, philosophically, and critically, informed by the ideals of Centro Escolar University mission-vision.
- Conduct original research design that aligns and contributes to the enrichment of music education.
- Formulate music education philosophy that supports and enhances technology and other innovations that are anchored to the ideals of ethical information and practice.
- Demonstrate written and oral communication skills in music, history and culture, and critique on music methodologies applied on independent research skills.
- Synthesize disciplines with various literature emphasizing professionalism in music teaching by educators’ original research contributions.
Employment Opportunities:
- Music Curriculum Consultant
- Music Curriculum Designer
- Music Education Researcher
- Facilitator/Speaker/Resource Speaker
- Music Researcher
- School Administrator
- School Supervisor
- School Director
- School owner