<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The curriculum of Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Music in World Cultures (Ethnomusicology) program is designed to address introductory and advanced topics in world music cultures. Courses are taken online. You will have the opportunity to study and analyze the music practices and traditions of various ethnic groups. You could also learn about the history of ethnomusicology and the use of storytelling techniques in music. In addition, you will select from a list of seminars focusing on the extensive study of the music of a specific world region, such as Indonesia, Southeast Asia, China, India, Africa, or the Middle East. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are interested in applying to Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Music in World Cultures (Ethnomusicology) program, you must have already earned a high school diploma or GED. You should also have an academic and perhaps a professional background in music and possess a bachelor's degree. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>You will complete four courses for a total of 12 credits. As all courses and contact with instructors are through an online format, you must have a computer with Internet access to participate in this program. </p> <p><u>Courses for a Graduate Certificate in Music in World Cultures (Ethnomusicology)</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 511</td><td> Introduction to Ethnomusicology</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 512</td><td> Field of Ethnomusicology</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 515</td><td> Music, Orality, and Storytelling</td></tr> <tr><td>Select one of the following:</td><td /></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 540</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Islam</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 541</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: India</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 542</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Native America</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 543</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Africa</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 544</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Latin America</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 545</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Middle East</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 546</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: China</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 547</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Southeast Asia</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 548</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Indonesia</td></tr> <tr><td>ETHM 549</td><td> Seminar in Ethnic Music: Eastern Europe</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>The Graduate Certificate in Music in World Cultures (Ethnomusicology) program is generally used to enhance knowledge of multicultural music and as a means to prepare for further studies in a master's degree program. It is typically not used for the sole purpose of obtaining employment or advancing in a current career. After earning this certificate you might, however, explore some directorial positions for organizations that are interested in candidates with an advanced education without specifically requiring a graduate degree. </p> <p>Depending on your experience, you could pursue such positions as: </p> <ul><li>Choir Director </li><li>Church Music Director </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>After completing Liberty University's Graduate Certificate in Music in World Cultures (Ethnomusicology) program, you might wish to continue your studies in a master's degree program. You would need at least a master's degree if you are considering pursuing a career as a college music instructor. Credits you earn by completing the graduate certificate program could be applied toward Liberty University's Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology; Liberty University also offers a Master of Arts in Worship Studies with a specialization in Ethnomusicology. </p> <p>Other degrees you could pursue might include: </p> <ul><li>Master of Arts in Music </li><li>Master of Music </li><li>Master of Music in Music Education</li></ul>