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    Overview

    The PhD with an emphasis in historical musicology requires a minimum of 60 units beyond the bachelor’s degree and consists of course work in music history; electives in history, language, literature or arts other than music; and general electives. After completing an adaptable collection of courses suited to the student’s research interests, the program culminates with a dissertation.

    Refer to the USC Catalogue for complete course descriptions and degree requirements here.

    See the Thornton Admission page for specific application information here.