Professional Studies - Music Certificate (Graduate)
Prepare for a career as a soloist or as an ensemble performer with the Professional Studies - Music Certificate (Graduate) in Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance. This highly specialized, 18-credit, full-time certificate program is specifically tailored to provide rigorous training in one performance area for students who already perform at the post-master’s level or who seek training for professional development. Over one year, you’ll focus solely on your instrument through private lessons and elective courses chosen based on your individual needs.
The program’s curriculum integrates a conservatory approach so you study the advanced techniques and pedagogy necessary for a career in opera or voice, or to play in an orchestra or symphony.
You can choose from instrumental disciplines such as brass, cello, classical guitar, double bass, historical keyboard instruments, opera, percussion, piano, viola, violin and woodwinds, as well as opera or voice. Refine your musicianship, and understand the demands and requirements of a career in music. You’ll collaborate with other students as part of your ensemble experience with coursework that includes electives in music theory, music history or performance practice. Learn more about the curriculum for your discipline.
Guided by award-winning faculty members, more than half of whom hold seats within the Philadelphia Orchestra, you’ll receive hands-on, specialized instruction to help shape your future career in music. As part of Temple’s Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts, Professional Studies Graduate Certificate students have access to state-of-the-art performance, recording and rehearsal facilities, including Presser Hall and the Temple Performing Arts Center.
Classes and Curriculum
Courses vary depending on instrument for the Professional Studies Certificate program, although the curriculum for each comprises significant performance experience.
In the Brass, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Percussion and Woodwinds curriculum, courses include
- Instrumental Ensembles, and two terms of
- Professional Studies in Applied Music.
In the Cello, Viola and Violin curriculum, courses include
- Instrumental Ensembles,
- Orchestral Repertoire, and two terms of
- Professional Studies in Applied Music.
In the Historical Keyboard, Piano and Voice curriculum, courses include
- Ensemble, Accompanying, Literature or Repertoire, and two terms of
- Professional Studies in Applied Music.
In the Opera curriculum, courses include
- Opera Role Preparation and
- Opera Vocal Lessons.
Learn more about courses in the Professional Studies Certificate program.
Careers
The Professional Studies Graduate Certificate program is tailored to provide students with the advanced performance experience necessary to pursue a career in music. Graduates are prepared for careers as solo musicians or as key players in ensembles and orchestras.
Career Services
As a Temple student, you can also visit the University’s Career Center for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence.
Career services can provide
- assessments of your professional direction,
- job postings for students and alumni,
- listings of job search resources, and
- support for job search strategies.