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Oct 30, 2024
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Fall 2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Music, B.A.
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The bachelor of arts degree requires courses and electives in musicianship and performance studies, and it includes three different tracks of additional electives from which students can choose. Students wishing to pursue a major or minor in music should contact the coordinator of music admissions in the College of Musical Arts. Students are required to pass an entrance audition for both the major and minor in music.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in music are expected to:
- Demonstrate mastery over music theory-the construction of chords, harmony, and scale systems from all periods;
- Aurally identify any interval or chord, scale structure, and style of music; capably sight-sing any music and play piano;
- Competently perform on an instrument of choice (including voice) and effectively communicate on the literature for that instrument and for appropriate ensembles;
- Critically evaluate the history and development of music over the last 1,000 years, recognize sociopolitical and artistic forces on music, and articulate the major figures and style characteristics of historic periods;
- Comprehend the basics of non-Western music and/or jazz and apply critical thinking towards music and its contextualization.
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BG Perspective (BGP) Requirements
Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following:
English Composition and Oral Communication
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Quantitative Literacy
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Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following:
Humanities and the Arts
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Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories:
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University Requirements
Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements:
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International Perspective ____________
Composition Requirement:
WRIT 1120
Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36
Arts & Sciences Requirements
World Languages and Cultures (_____ yrs of HS_______)
Consult the Undergraduate Catalog or the Arts and Sciences Student Handbook regarding approved course options in the different language and culture areas.
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Lab Science
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Multidisciplinary Component
Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements.
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Major Requirements
Minor required.
* Note:
If not placed into MUCT 1510 , please see your advisor for the appropriate placement.
Musicianship Electives
(6 Hours)
Choose from the following:
MUSP, Applied Study
(4 Hours)
MUSP or MUCT Ensembles
(4 Hours)
At Least 5 Hours From One of the Following Tracks:
Track I. Music History Emphasis
Track II. Ethnomusicology/Jazz Emphasis
Track III. Performance
MUSP Applied Study, Ensembles, Sophomore Review, and Graduation Recital required (Students must be registered for Applied Study during the recital semester)
Minor Requirements
(Usually 21 Hours)
For Graduation You Will Need:
- 122 credit hours minimum.
- Minimum GPA 2.00.
- At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
- 40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
- Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
- A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.
Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor program must originate in the department/school offering the major or minor and must be approved by the College Office.
To ensure a timely graduation, see a College Advisor during the semester prior to your intended graduation.
Remember to complete an Application for Graduation by the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.
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