Music Theory PhD Statistics?

EarlGr8
Sun, 25 Nov 2012 17:03:51 +0000

As for the second question, I’d say language requirements are fairly common in PhD music programs, just as in any of the humanities. Virtually all departments reccommend good reading knowledge of one, but each individual one has its own formal or informal requirements. For example, some simply want some sort of informal demonstration of knowledge, but others have full examinations in languages as part of the comprehensive exams. I’d venture to guess that German is probably the most common statistically speaking, but generally, the language is supposed to be one relevant to the student’s research focus.