Program Overview
Hone your craft as a worship pastor or church musician while grounding every melody in theology. The MAMWL blends advanced musicianship, worship history, media technology, and leadership so you can design Christ-centered services that engage today’s church.
Program at a Glance
Credential: M.A. in Music & Worship Leadership
Total hours: 30 semester credits
Delivery: Both
Typical length: 2 years full-time
Entry terms: August | January | May
Ready?
Program at a Glance
Credential: M.A. in Music & Worship Leadership
Total hours: 30 semester credits
Delivery: Both
Typical length: 2 years full-time
Entry terms: August | January | May
Ready?
Degree Requirements
1. Core (9 credits)
GR 501 Intro to Graduate Research
MS 610 Music Internship
GR 682 Comp Exam & Thesis/Project Prep + Choose 1:
MS 689 Recital Project or MS 690 Graduate Thesis
2. Worship Leadership (9 credits)
WL 501 Biblical Foundations of Worship
WL 502 History of Christian Music & Worship
WL 607 Music & Worship Ministry Administration
3. Musical Studies (12 credits)
MS 502 Vocal Pedagogy for the Church
MS 503 Worship Service Leadership
MS 504 Advanced Ensemble Leadership
MS 604 Advanced Worship Ministry Technology
Learning Outcomes
Graduates emerge ready to articulate a robust biblical theology of worship and to lead both congregations and ensembles with musical excellence. They skillfully integrate media arts and technology to enrich the worship experience, and they administer worship ministries with strategic vision and compassionate pastoral care.
Career & Ministry Pathways
Worship pastor / creative-arts director
Christian songwriter or arranger
Music missions or conference leadership
Doctoral work in worship studies
Learning Outcomes
Graduates emerge ready to articulate a robust biblical theology of worship and to lead both congregations and ensembles with musical excellence. They skillfully integrate media arts and technology to enrich the worship experience, and they administer worship ministries with strategic vision and compassionate pastoral care.
Career & Ministry Pathways
Worship pastor / creative-arts director
Christian songwriter or arranger
Music missions or conference leadership
Doctoral work in worship studies
Ready to start your journey?
Let us help you. Fill out a form or contact us at: 800-328-2660 ext. 460 or admissions@buf.edu