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24 Master's degrees offered by the university

Architecture
At The University of Memphis, the study of Architecture and interior architecture encompasses both the art and science of design.

Jazz and Studio Music
Jazz and Studio Music studies at University of Memphis fuse performance, composition and arranging into a program that lets you express yourself musically.

Art History
Art History at the University of Memphis is the study of art as both a reflection of culture and an active agent in shaping it.

Theatre
The goal of the department, when training a candidate for the MFA Theatre degree at the University of Memphis, is to provide the tools, opportunities and skills for the talented student to become a master craftsman.

Composition
Master the endless adaptations of lyrics, melodies, harmonies and rhythms and how to apply them in creating new music. The Composition MM programme is offered at University of Memphis.

Music-Orff Schulwerk
The Music-Orff Schulwerk master approach at University of Memphis is designed to enhance the professional practice of music educators.

Photography
The Photography programme from University of Memphis offers a unique combination of both media, allowing students to explore the intersections, connections, and potential synergies between printmaking and photography.

Sculpture
In the Sculpture concentration at University of Memphis, students focus on advancing their skills, conceptual understanding, and artistic vision within the field of sculpture

City and Regional Planning
The Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) degree at the University of Memphis is awarded after the successful completion of 48 semester hours.

Art History-Egyptian Art and Archaeology
The Master's degree program in Art History-Egyptian Art and Archaeology at University of Memphis is designed to prepare the student either to continue on to a higher degree in Egyptology or to enter an alternate career path.

Painting
In the Painting concentration at University of Memphis, students focus on advancing their technical skills, artistic vision, and conceptual understanding within the medium of painting.

Printmaking
In the Printmaking concentration from University of Memphis, students focus on advancing their technical skills, conceptual understanding, and creative expression within the fields of photography and printmaking.

Musicology
Steep yourself in the music of the past and present, with an emphasis on musical styles, genres, composers and individual musical works within historical, philosophical and social contexts. The Musicology MM program is offered at University of Memphis.

Classical Performance
As a Classical Performance student from University of Memphis, your focus will be the mastery of your primary instrument through participation in various ensembles, including orchestra, opera, and classical chamber music.

Pedagogy
Earning a Pedagogy MM programme offered at University of Memphis allows you to take your degree, connections, and experience to create a flourishing career as a musician and/or music educator.

Conducting
The art of Conducting is best learned through experiential means. The Conducting MM program is offered at University of Memphis.

Graphic Design
In the Graphic Design concentration offered at University of Memphis, students focus on advancing their skills, knowledge, and critical thinking in the field of graphic design.

Ceramics
In the Ceramics concentration from University of Memphis, students focus on advancing their technical skills, artistic vision, and conceptual understanding within the field of ceramics.

Music Education
Train to teach from the moment you step on campus. Our well-respected Music Education at the University of Memphis curriculum at Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is based on musicianship, teaching and research and is taught by the finest faculty in the field.
Art - Sculpture
Technical proficiency is a key focus of the Art - Sculpture program from University of Memphis. Students refine their knowledge of materials such as clay, metal, wood, plaster, or found objects, and expand their understanding of traditional and contemporary sculptural techniques.