The University of New Mexico is a member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Requirements for entrance and graduation as set forth in this Catalog are in accordance with published regulations of NASM.

Theory and Composition: For students who wish to prepare for doctoral work in composition or music theory at the Research I university level. Preparation emphasis features individual instruction in compositional topics as well as required and elective courses in music theory. Theory courses prepare students to write, hear, analyze, theorize, and receive critiques on their work about music from the sixteenth century to the present.