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2012-2013 General Catalog (Summer, Fall 2012) ARCHIVED CATALOG: To search archives, MUST use search box to left. Current catalog: catalog.usu.edu.
Music Therapy - BA
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Caine College of the Arts
Department of Music
Students must complete the General Education requirements
- (Stat 1040 is required for the Music Therapy major for Quantitative Literacy (QL)
Students must also complete the University Studies requirements
- and will fulfill the Communications Intensive (CI) requirement
- is suggested for fulfilling the Quantitative Intensive (QI) requirement
- Complete at least 2 credits in approved 3000-level or above courses from each of the following two catagories: Life and Physical Sciences (DHA) and Social Sciences (DSS)
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Bachelor of Arts Degree Language Requirement
Bachelor of Arts Degree
A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree signifies proficiency in one or more foreign languages. Specifically, the BA requirement may be completed in one of the following ways:
- Demonstration of proficiency in one foreign language by successful completion of one course at the 2020-level or higher (or its equivalent).
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- Demonstration of proficiency in American Sign Language by successful completion of COMD 4920 and COMD 4780 , and by passing an exit interview.
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- Demonstration of proficiency in two foreign languages by successful completion of the 1020 course level in one language and the 2010 course level in the second language (or its equivalent).
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- Completion of an upper-division (3000-level or higher) foreign language grammar or literature course requiring the 2020 course level (or its equivalent) as a prerequisite. Conversation courses cannot be considered for satisfying this requirement.
For nonnative English-speaking students only, the following options are available:
- Successful completion of the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) program for international students.
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- TOEFL, Michigan, or IELI placement scores high enough to meet the University admission criteria.
Music Core Curriculum Requirements (34 credits)
All majors in the department must complete the music core curriculum. Although it is possible to complete the degree if these courses are begun after the first year of study, the department strongly recommends that students begin the core curriculum during the first year, completing the courses in the following recommended sequence. Note:
Students should note that MUSC 2350 and MUSC 3180 may be taken during different semesters, if necessary. Also, since MUSC 2140 is not required for all music areas, students should contact their advisor to determine whether or not they should enroll in this course. Additional requirements for specific emphasis areas are available from the Music Department Student Services Office, Fine Arts 102.
1 MUSC 2140 is not required for the Composite Major in Music Education, nor for the Guitar Performance Emphasis or the Wind/Brass/Percussion Performance Emphasis.
2 MUSC 3180 is not required for the Vocal Performance Emphasis. Music Therapy Requirements
Students must complete an application process through the Music Department in order to be accepted for the Music Therapy major. Music Therapy majors must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00 in Music Therapy courses. A grade of C- or better must be earned in all required classes. A 2.75 total GPA is required for graduation. Additional requirements, such as piano proficiency, concert attendance, etc., are stipulated in the Department of Music’s Student Handbook and Music Therapy Addendum to the Handbook. Core Course Requirements (32-33 credits)
Music Therapy Core Courses (31 credits)
Additional Music Coursework (2 credits)
Ensemble Performance (2 credits)
Select from the following courses: Individual Instruction (Major Instrument) (Minimum Requirement: 4 semesters, 4 credits)
Guitar Requirements (with advisor approval) (1-4 credits)
Select from the following courses: Piano Requirements (with advisor approval) (1-4 credits)
Select from the following courses: Vocal Requirements (with advisor approval) (1-4 credits)
Select from the following courses: Required Behavioral Health/Natural Sciences (12 credits)
Behavioral Health/Natural Sciences Electives (9 credits minimum)
Electives must be chosen from the following courses or with approval of the student’s area advisor. Minimum University Requirements
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