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02.13.03 World Music Certificate

The World Music Certificate is designed primarily for undergraduates interested in world music. Any student interested in formalizing a set of courses is eligible to apply. Students will submit a proposal for a plan of study to Ellen Koskoff, Chair, Ethnomusicology Programs Committee.

Basic Course of Study
A total of 8-9 credits are necessary for the Certificate. Students must receive a grade of B+ or higher in these courses.

  • ENS 215 Gamelan Ensemble and/or mbira ensemble(or other non-western ensemble, by permission) for 2 semesters
  • MHS 282 World Music
  • 1 approved elective of 3-4 credits in Anthropology or an anthropologically-oriented course. At the completion of the set of courses outlined above, the student will take an examination in the field of World Music. A passing grade will be required on this examination to receive the Certificate.

At the completion of the set of courses outlined above, the student will take an examination in the field of World Music. A grade of B+ or higher will be required on this examination to receive the Certificate.

(rev. 7/11/05)

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