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Music Theory Courses

Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.


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Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    Master of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Data Analysis, Database Management, NoSQL, Database Theory, Databases, Database Development, SQL, Big Data, Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Database Management Systems, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Technical Communication

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • U

    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Computational Logic, Graph Theory, Statistical Software, Theoretical Computer Science, Integral Calculus, Matplotlib, Data Structures, Calculus, R Programming, Logical Reasoning, Differential Equations, Data Visualization Software, Applied Mathematics, Bayesian Statistics, Advanced Mathematics, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • U

    University of North Texas

    Bachelor of Science in General Business

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Mediation, Model Evaluation, Leadership Studies, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Change, Event Management, Grammar, Sales Process, Global Marketing, Policy Development, Data Visualization, Marketing Planning, Design Thinking, Public Policies, Probability & Statistics, Cultural Diversity, Digital Media Strategy, Music History, Sociology

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Graph Theory, Data Collection, Supervised Learning, Software Development Methodologies, File Systems, SQL, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Logistic Regression, SAS (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spatial Analysis, Text Mining, Financial Data, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Programming, Natural Language Processing

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • C

    Clemson University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Large Language Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Generative AI, MySQL, Model Evaluation, Database Theory, Software Development Methodologies, Usability, Reinforcement Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Responsible AI, Algorithms, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Human Factors

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Full-Stack Web Development, Graph Theory, Data Collection, Supervised Learning, Software Development Methodologies, File Systems, SQL, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Theoretical Computer Science, Application Security, Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Logistic Regression, Statistical Programming, Natural Language Processing

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • B

    BITS Pilani

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Bash (Scripting Language), Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Android Studio, Operating Systems, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Version Control, Java Programming, Data Structures, Model View Controller

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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In summary, here are 7 of our most popular music theory courses

  • Master of Data Science: Illinois Institute of Technology
  • BSc Data Science: University of Huddersfield
  • Bachelor of Science in General Business: University of North Texas
  • Master of Science in Data Science: Ball State University
  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Clemson University
  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Ball State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani

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