The Boyer College offers a one-year program of graduate Professional Studies in performance, with majors in classical guitar, keyboard, opera, orchestral instruments and voice. The central purpose of the Professional Studies program is to provide intensive training in the major performance area for students who are already performing at the Master's exit level and who are seeking special preparation for the professional world (e.g. preparation for orchestral auditions).

Professional Studies is rooted in the conservatory tradition with its strong emphasis on advanced performance study. Students are required to complete a minimum of 18 credits for two semesters of full-time study.

Surrounding the performance core are electives designed to meet a student’s individual needs. These may be advanced theory or history courses, performance practice courses, non-music courses which support the student's major study, or courses designed to fill gaps in earlier study. Where appropriate to the student's needs, and with departmental permission, elective credit might also be fulfilled by additional repertoire or ensemble courses, but only if this does not limit the participation of students in the other programs in the College.

No degree is awarded. Students are considered non-matriculating graduate students.  A certificate of participation is awarded upon successful completion of the requirements of the program.  No portion of the Professional Studies curriculum can be completed by credit transfer from another institution. Additionally, credit earned in Professional Studies cannot be transferred to another Boyer College program. A graduation recital is not required; however, students are required to play a jury each semester. Only grades of B- and higher will be counted toward certificate requirements.

Audition requirements.

Learn more about the Professional Studies Music Certificate at Temple.