MASTER OF RELIGIOUS MUSIC
Program Description (54 Credit Hours)
The Master of Religious Music program provides a music and biblical education that equips students for leadership positions in the global mission environments. This program integrates theories with real-world applications, fostering practical music and worship expertise. Students can advance their knowledge, and skills in areas such as domestic churches, multi ethnic groups, oversea mission fields. At the same time, students will integrate biblical faith and music to accomplish God’s purposes in society.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program the student will be able to:
- Christian Commitment:
To demonstrate knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the concentrated field of study as practiced from a Christian perspective for the benefit of the community and society.
- Professional Knowledge
To demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide a basis for a professional career.
- Academic Proficiency
To demonstrate the ability to think critically and express clearly on the theory, literature and art of the concentrated field of study
- Leadership and Communication
To acquire the leadership and communication skills needed in the global society as a musician
Program Hours:
3 years (6 semesters), Total 54 Credits
A student should take minimum 9 credits per semester in order to graduate on time.
Curriculum:
Christianity (6 units, 2 courses)
MRM 501 Introduction to Bible & Christian Faith
MRM 502 Christian Worship
Music (42 units, 14 coursess)
Required (30 units, 10 courses)
MRM 503 Music Theory I
MRM 504 Music Instrumental I
MRM 508 Arranging I
MRM 509 Worship Music Seminar
MRM 510 Ear Training I
MRM 511 Music History I
MRM 512 Pop Theory for Contemporary Worship
MRM 513 Worship and Popular Music Ensemble I
MRM 514 Music Production
MRM 518 Mixing and Mastering
Electives (18 units, 6 courses)
MRM 505 Music Theory II
MRM 507 Ethnomusicolgy
MRM 515 Ear Training II
MRM 516 Music Instrumental II
MRM 520 Private Lesson I
MRM 521 Private Lesson II
MRM 524 Vocal Basics
MRM 525 Worship Guitar Basics
MRM 526 Survey of Contemporary Music
MRM 527 Worship and Popular Music Ensemble II
MRM 529 Business in the Entertainment Industry
MRM 530 Keyboard I
MRM 531, MRM 532, MRM 533 Keyboard II, III, IV
MRM 536 Arranging II
MRM 539 Vocal Styles in Music Genres
MRM 540 Songwriting
MRM 600A, B, C Internship