The Master’s in Chinese Music and Culture at
Bard College
is a
program for international students,
taught in English.
📖Introduction
Bard College, Renowned for its innovative approach to education, Bard offers a comprehensive undergraduate experience that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and interdisciplinary exploration.
At Bard College, the emphasis on small class sizes and close faculty-student relationships fosters an engaging and personalized learning environment. The college's distinctive curriculum, which includes the rigorous First-Year Seminar and the Senior Project, empowers students to take ownership of their education and delve into subjects across disciplines. With a commitment to fostering social responsibility and civic engagement, Bard equips graduates to become informed global citizens who contribute meaningfully to their communities. Through its dedication to fostering intellectual curiosity, artistic expression, and a sense of purpose, Bard College prepares students to excel in a wide range of careers and make a lasting impact in an ever-changing world.
The Master of Arts in Chinese Music and Culture at Bard College is a two-year program offering students a unique interdisciplinary approach to Chinese music studies and Chinese culture studies. This collaborative program between the US-China Music Institute and the Asian Studies Program at Bard College will begin enrolling students in Fall 2022. Professor Jindong Cai from the US-China Music Institute serves as the program’s chair with support from the Asian Studies Program faculty.
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Bard College distinguished for its commitment to intellectual exploration and creative engagement, Bard offers a distinctive educational experience that encourages students to think critically, embrace interdisciplinary studies, and contribute meaningfully to society. Bard College's intimate class settings and close faculty-student interactions create a vibrant academic environment where students are encouraged to question, innovate, and express themselves freely. The college's unique curriculum, including the innovative First-Year Seminar and the culminating Senior Project, empowers students to develop specialized expertise while honing essential skills such as critical analysis and effective communication. Through a strong emphasis on the arts, sciences, and humanities, Bard fosters well-rounded graduates who possess the flexibility and adaptability required to navigate the complexities of the modern world. With a dedication to fostering creativity, independent thought, and a sense of social responsibility, Bard College prepares students to become leaders, thinkers, and advocates for positive change in their chosen fields and beyond.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let
us
know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before
arriving. You
can arrive a few days before and
book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: Bachelor's.
The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of
Average B, 60%,
or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here
,
"You
are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of
getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application
documents
during
your application. Some documents you can
send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info
about
preparing
application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information
is
available
here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application
fee and
upload
the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your
application within
2-3
days and proceed to the university or ask
you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive
your unique
application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates.
As soon as
there is any update we will let you know.
If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change
address at any
time
please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions
letter
electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable
deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the
admissions
letter and visa form to your home country.
