Music Education B.A.

Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education

College of Visual & Perf Arts

Catalog Year: 2015-2016

Degree Specific Credits: 72

Required Cumulative GPA: 2.75

Note: All Music Degrees require 39 upper division credits
*Keyboard principals do not take MUSI 135-136 but Must take MUSI 332 and 435 in addition to upper-division electives, +offered even - numbered years in autumn
**Keyboard/Voice - 3 credits, Orchestra principals - 2 credits
Students must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program and complete all of the professional education licensure requirements. See the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Human Sciences for more information.

1st year

Rule: See commentary

Note: 1st year requirements: MUSI 195 applied studies 1 credit each semester for a total of 2 credits first year. First year must include MUSE 120-121 or MUSI 274-275 -Strings or Brass in class. *ALL BME KEYBOARD, VOICE & STRING must take 1 semester only of 155A-MARCHING BAND*

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Show Description MUSE 120 - Techs: String Inst in Class I
(R-2) Offered autumn. Group instruction for beginning students on violin, viola, cello and bass, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 121 - Techs: String Inst in Class II
(R-2) Offered spring. Prereq., MUSE 120. Continuation of MUSE 120.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 123 - Techniques: Voice
Offered autumn. This course examines vocal function and issues associated with the physical processes of singing such as alignment, breathing, creating sound, amplifying (resonating) sound. Additionally, students will learn basic information about becoming a voice teacher (or choral director). Students will also learn about singers' diction, voice classification, and the appropriate assigning of solo classical repertoire.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 274 - Techniques: Upper Brass
(R-2) Offered autumn. Basic instruction in trumpet and horn, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 275 - Techniques: Lower Brass
Offered spring. Basic instruction in trombone, baritone, and tuba, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 105 - Music Theory I
Offered autumn. Coreq., MUSI 140. Material and structure of music. Application of principles in tow-, three-, and four-part writing and the keyboard.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 106 - Music Theory II
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 105. Coreq., MUSI 141. Continuation of MUSI 105.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 135A - Keyboard Skills I
Offered autumn.  Music reading, techniques, and harmonization skills acquired through study of solo and ensemble repertoire in a contemporary electronic piano laboratory.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 136A - Keyboard Skills II
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 135A. Continuation of  MUSI 135A.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 140 - Aural Perception I
Offered autumn. Coreq., MUSI 105. A laboratory course in singing and dictation to supplement Theory I.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 141 - Aural Perception II
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 140; coreq., MUSI 106. Continuation of MUSI 140. 
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 155A - Marching: Grizzly Marchng Band
Offered autumn. See MUSI 112A for repeatability limitations. A musical organization of brass, woodwinds, percussion, and auxiliary units open to all University students with no audition required.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 195 - Applied Study I
(R-12) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., audition and consent of instr. Instruction in voice, piano, organ, string, wind and percussion instruments. Students entering MUSI 195 must show talent for solo performance and evidence of the equivalent of a minimum of four years prior study. All private instruction requires concurrent ensemble participation.
 1 To 4 Credits
Show Description MUSI 202L - Intro to Music Literature
Offered spring. Prereq., for non-majors consent of instr. A survey of representative examples of the standard music literature of the Western European tradition. Particular attention to musical styles and forms and their relationship to musical understanding and effective listening. A basic knowledge of music fundamentals is expected. Credit not allowed for both MUSI 101L and 202L.
 3 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 19-24 Total Credits Required

2nd year

Rule: See commentary

Note: 2nd year BME classes required: MUSI 295 applied studies 1 credit each semester for a total of 2 credits 2nd year. Also required for 2nd year MUSE 120-121 or MUSE 274, 275 Woodwinds in class and Strings or Brass in class for a total of 2 credits.
in the second year of classes MUSI 296-01 Upper Division Required Performance must be completed to move on to upper division classes.
Apply for admission to Teacher Education Program during second year.
String Voice, and Piano principals required to take only 1 credit of Marching Band MUSI 155.

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Show Description MUSE 120 - Techs: String Inst in Class I
(R-2) Offered autumn. Group instruction for beginning students on violin, viola, cello and bass, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 121 - Techs: String Inst in Class II
(R-2) Offered spring. Prereq., MUSE 120. Continuation of MUSE 120.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 272 - Techniqus: Flute & Single Reed
Composers are expected to bring new musical ideas, sketches, and eventually finished pieces to the workshop, while performers are expected to read, critique, practice, and finally perform the new works.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 273 - Techniques: Double Reed
(R-2) Offered autumn. Basic instruction in oboe and bassoon, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 274 - Techniques: Upper Brass
(R-2) Offered autumn. Basic instruction in trumpet and horn, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 275 - Techniques: Lower Brass
Offered spring. Basic instruction in trombone, baritone, and tuba, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 155A - Marching: Grizzly Marchng Band
Offered autumn. See MUSI 112A for repeatability limitations. A musical organization of brass, woodwinds, percussion, and auxiliary units open to all University students with no audition required.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 195 - Applied Study I
(R-12) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., audition and consent of instr. Instruction in voice, piano, organ, string, wind and percussion instruments. Students entering MUSI 195 must show talent for solo performance and evidence of the equivalent of a minimum of four years prior study. All private instruction requires concurrent ensemble participation.
 1 To 4 Credits
Show Description MUSI 205 - Music Theory III
Offered autumn. Prereq., MUSI 106 and 141; coreq., MUSI 240. Continuation of MUSI 106.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 206 - Music Theory IV
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 205; coreq., MUSI 241. This course is a continuation of MUSI 205, concentrating on, but not limited to, music as defined by and expressed in the Western European historical traditions from the Renaissance through the common practice period to the contemporary musical world in which we live.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 235 - Keyboard Skills III
Offered autumn. Prereq., MUSI 136A or equiv. Continuation of MUSI 136A.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 236 - Keyboard Skills IV
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 235. Continuation of MUSI 235, culminates in piano functional examination.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 240 - Aural Perception III
Offered autumn. Prereq., MUSI 106 and 141; coreq., MUSI 205. A lab course in singing and dictation to supplement Theory III.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 241 - Aural Perception IV
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 240; coreq., MUSI 206. See MUSI 240.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 296 - Piano Prof Assessment
Repeat 8 times. All majors pursuing a B.M. or B.M.E. degree must successfully complete all sections of the Piano Proficiency Assessment in order to attain upper-division standing in music. The eight-part exam is administered at the end of each semester. Successfully completed assessments will receive a grade of CR.
Show Description MUSI 301H - Music History I
Offered autumn. Prereq., MUSI 202L. The history of music in Western civilization from its origins to 1750 and its relationship to general cultural development. Introduction to basic research skills in music. Emphasis on listening for style characteristics through representative recorded repertoire.
 3 Credits
Show Description MUSI 302H - Music History II
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 202L. The history of music in Western civilization from 1750 to modern times. See MSUI 301H.
 3 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 21-27 Total Credits Required

3rd year

Rule: All courses required

Note: Required for 3rd year BME study: MUSI 395 applied studies 1 credit for Fall semester the third year. MUSI 102A for 1 credit Spring semester the third year.

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Show Description MUSE 126 - Techs: Percussn Instruments I
(R-2) Offered autumn. Basic instruction in percussion instruments, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 127 - Techs: Percussn Instruments II
(R-2) Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 126. Continuation of MUSI 126. Basic instruction in percussion instruments, with emphasis on teaching procedures.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSE 333 - Gen Music Methods & Materls I
Offered autumn. Prereq., upper-division standing in music and C&I 200. Development of practical knowledge to effectively instruct and administer general music classes in the public schools, grades K-12.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSE 334 - Gen Music Methods & Materls II
Offered spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in music and C&I 200. Continuation of MUSE 333.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSE 497 - Methods: Choral & Literature
Offered Spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in music and MUSE 123. Development of strategies for directing the secondary choral ensemble. Focus on rehearsal techniques and literature selection for the developing choir.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 102A - Performance Study
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., consent of instr. Individual instruction in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, carillon, string, wind and percussion instruments. A total of 6 credits is allowed in any one performance area. All private instruction requires concurrent ensemble participation.
 1 To 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 335 - Instrumental Conducting
(R-4) Offered spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in music. Conducting methods and practice. Teaching methods and materials.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 336 - Choral Conducting
(R-4) Offered autumn. Prereq., upper-division standing in music. A study of the techniques of choral conducting. Emphasis on issues encountered in various ensemble settings.
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 395 - Applied Study III
(R-12) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in music and consent of instr. Continuation of MUSI 295. All private instruction requires concurrent ensemble participation.
 1 To 4 Credits
Show Description MUSI 440 - Orchestration
Offered autumn. Prereq., upper-division standing in music. Orchestrating and transcribing for orchestra and band instruments.
 2 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 18-20 Total Credits Required

4th year

Rule: All courses required

Note: Required for 4th year BME study: MUSI 102A one credit Fall semester for the fourth year study.
All students majoring in music are required to attend in a minimum of 100 approved recitals/concerts prior to graduation. During the 4th year in an undergraduate degree program and upon completion of this requirement, students should register for MUSI 388, 0 cr.

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Show Description MUSE 425 - Technology and Materials
Offered autumn semesters, as an elective. The course will provide in-depth examination of technology and print resources appropriate for use in music classrooms K-12, all areas and ensembles. Students will work independently and collaboratively to reflect upon, discuss, and practice utilizing technology and print resources for the music classroom (K-12).
 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 102A - Performance Study
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., consent of instr. Individual instruction in voice, piano, organ, harpsichord, carillon, string, wind and percussion instruments. A total of 6 credits is allowed in any one performance area. All private instruction requires concurrent ensemble participation.
 1 To 2 Credits
Show Description MUSI 388 - Concert Attendance UM
All music majors pursuing a B.M., B.M.E., or B.A. degree must attend in a minimum of 100 approved recitals/concerts prior to graduation. Students will receive recital credits each semester they are enrolled and should register for 388 the semester they apply for graduation. Successful completion of attendance requirements will be graded CR.
Minimum Required Grade: C- 3-5 Total Credits Required

3rd and 4th Year Education Department Requirements

Rule: All courses required

Note: Students must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program to take Education courses. See the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Human Sciences for more information. EDU 494 is taken for 1 cred and EDU 495 is taken for 14 credits. These two education classes are taken the last semester of study.

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Show Description EDU 202 - Early Field Experience
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., admission to Teacher Education Program. Guided introductory field experience for students committed to teaching as a profession. Connects field experience to content of co-requisite theory classes. Seminars include professional development portfolio, developmental level of students, diversity, learning/teaching strategies, motivation, classroom management, and assessment of learning.
 1 Credits
Show Description EDU 221 - Ed Psych & Measuremnt
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., admission to Teacher Education program;Analysis of fundamental psychological concepts underlying classroom teaching and management, learning and evaluation including educational measurement. Emphasis on cognition, developmental, and motivational aspects of learning.
 3 Credits
Show Description EDU 345 - Excptnlty & Clsrm Mgmt
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Recommended pre- or co-requisite of EDU 202. Focus on classroom management and the characteristics and instructional adaptations for exceptional students in the regular classroom. Addresses the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and subsequent reauthorizations, presents practices for working with students who are at-risk and students with disabilities in inclusive settings, and includes technological considerations.
 3 Credits
Show Description EDU 395 - Clinical Experience
(R-4) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., admission to the Teacher Education Program. Arranged field experience and seminar focusing on applying content from the co-requisite courses. This course number is used for multiple clinical experiences. Check the class schedule or with your advisor regarding the appropriate section. Elementary Education Majors: EDU 395 Clinical Experience Level 1 must be taken concurrently with Level 1 courses. EDU 395 Clinical Experience Level 2 must be taken concurrently with Level 2 courses. Secondary and K-12 Licensure Students: EDU 395 Clinical Experience K-8 and EDU 395 Clinical Experience 9-12 have a prerequisite of an initial field experience and should be taken concurrently with a secondary or K-12 methods course.
1 Credits
Show Description EDU 407E - Ethics & Policy Issues
Offered every term. Prereq., admission to Teacher Education Program and EDU 202 or EDU 395. Practical application of ethical principles of the teaching profession. Analysis of the American public school and major policy issues from historical, legal, political, social as well as ethical perspectives.
 3 Credits
Show Description EDU 494 - Seminar:Refl Pract & App Rsrch
(R-9). Required seminar during student teaching. Focuses on learning to conduct research on P-12 student performance to determine teaching effectiveness. Includes on-campus and/or on-line planning, conducting, and analyzing classroom practice.
 1 To 9 Credits
Show Description EDU 495 - Student Teaching
(R-14) Offered autumn and spring. Arranged capstone clinical experience required for all professional licensure students. Prereq., admission to the Teacher Education Program, completion of all required field experiences and methods courses, an application to student teach, and the consent of the Director of Field Experiences. In addition, elementary education majors must complete all coursework in all previous levels. Secondary and K-12 licensure students must complete at least two-thirds of content coursework and receive approval by departments in their major and minor content areas.
1 To 14 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 26-34 Total Credits Required

1st and 2nd year Education Requirements

Rule: Course required

Note: Apply for Admission to Teacher Education Program during second year

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Show Description HEE 233 - Health Issues Child/Adol
Offered every term. Overview of current health issues affecting children and adolescents. Focus is on educational and preventive measures that can be implemented by teachers and schools through comprehensive school health education programs.
 3 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 3 Total Credits Required

1st and 2nd year Ensembles

Rule: All courses required

Note: Ensembles - MUSI 108A -114A, +162A, #191, + guitar principals only #piano principals only required one credit each semester for two credits each year.
All majors seeking an undergraduate degree in music and who are registered for 5 or more credits must participate in an ensemble specified by their degree curriculum each semester of residence of the regular school year. (See specific curricula for maximum ensemble credits applicable toward minimum degree requirements.)
Majors whose principal performance area is wind/percussion must register for:
•MUSI 114A (MUS 110A ), section 1, Symphonic Wind Ensemble (or MUSI 114A (MUS 110A ), section 2, University Concert Band, or MUSI 108A (MUS 108A ), section 1, University Orchestra, if designated by the Director, every semester.
String majors must register for:
• MUSI 108A (MUS 108A), section 1, University Orchestra, every semester.
B.M.E. voice majors must take a minimum of:
• 6 credits in MUSI 112 (MUS 107A ), section 1 (University Choir)
Ensemble requirements for piano and organ are listed separately for each curriculum.

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Show Description MUSI 108A - Orchestra: UMSO
Offered autumn and spring. See MUSI 112A for repeatability limitations. Open to all University students by audition. Rehearsal and performing experience in a broad range of symphonic, choral, operatic and concerto repertoire in the University Orchestra and the Missoula Symphony.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 110A - Opera Theatre I
(R-8) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., consent of instr. Study and performance of the standard opera repertoire.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 112A - Choir: Chamber Chorale
Offered autumn and spring. Open to all University students. Audition places students according to appropriate ensemble and proper seating/section. Music majors refer to curricula for specific requirements. Non-music majors may apply 8 credits of MUSI 112A-114A, 110A/310, 131A/331, and 122A/322 toward graduation.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 114A - Band: UM Concert Band
Offered autumn and spring. See MUSI 112A for repeatability limitations. Major musical organizations open to all University students. Audition required for Symphonic Wind Ensemble.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 162A - Chamber Ensembles I
(R-20) Offered autumn and spring.  See MUS 107A for repeatability limitations.  Prereq., consent of instr.  String, woodwind, brass, percussion, piano and vocal ensembles as appropriate to meet student needs.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 191 - Special / Experimental Courses
(R-9) Offered autumn and spring. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
 1 To 9 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 4-14 Total Credits Required

3rd and 4th year Ensembles

Rule: All courses required

Note: MUSI 308A -314A, + 362A, #491, (+ guitar principals only #piano principals only ) 1 credit each semester for a total of two credits the third year. 4th year 1credit fall semester.

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Show Description MUSI 308 - Orchestras II: UM
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in instrument of participation. See MUSI 108A for description.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 310 - Opera Theatre II
(R-8) Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., consent of instr. See MUSI 131A for description.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 312 - Choir III: Chamber Chorale
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in voice. See MUSI 112A for description.
 1 To 8 Credits
Show Description MUSI 314 - Band III: UM Concert Band
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., upper-division standing in instrument of participation. See MUSI 114A for description.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 362 - Chmbr Ens III: UM
Offered autumn and spring. Prereq., consent of instructor. See MUSI 122A.
 1 Credits
Show Description MUSI 491 - Special / Experimental Courses
(R-9) Offered autumn and spring. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.
 1 To 9 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 3-21 Total Credits Required

Musicrequired English Writing Skills

Rule: All courses required

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Show Description WRIT 101 - College Writing I
UM: Offered every term. Prereq., WRIT 095 or proof of passing score on writing diagnostic examination, referral by WRIT 095 instructor-SAT writing score at or above 440, MUSWA at or above 3.5, SAT/ACT essay score at or above 7, or ACT Combined English/Writing score at or above 18. Expository prose and research paper; emphasis on structure, argument, development of ideas, clarity, style, and diction. Students expected to write without major faults in grammar or usage. Credit not allowed for both WRIT 101 and COM 101. Grading A-F, or NC (no credit). MC: Offered every term. Prereq., WRIT 095 or proof of appropriate SAT/ACT essay, English/Writing, writing section scores, appropriate MUSWA scores, or proof of passing scores on Writing Placement Exam). Expository prose and research paper; emphasis on structure, argument, development of ideas, clarity, style, and diction. Students expected to write without major faults in grammar or usage. Grading A-F, or NC (no credit).
 3 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C-

Upper Division Writing Expectation

Rule: One course for 3 credits required

Note: You should take a 400 level (415, 416 or 417) Music History writing class to satisfy the upper-division writing expectation for 3 credits.

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Show Description MUSI 415 - Music 20th Century to Present
Offered intermittently. Prereq., MUSI 302H and upper-division standing in music. Detailed analysis and comparison of selected instrumental, vocal and keyboard compositions of the 20th Century.
 3 Credits
Show Description MUSI 416 - Topics in Music History
(R-3) Offered intermittently. Prereq. MUSI 302H and upper division standing in music or consent of instructor. Course materials will examine the development of musical styles, genres, forms and aesthetics important to Western music, introducing students to research methods in musicology.
 3 Credits
Show Description MUSI 417 - Cultural Studies in Music
(R-3) Offered intermittently. Prereq. MUSI 302H and upper division standing in music, or consent of instructor. Course materials will examine music's contemporary role within cultures and societies around the world, introducing students to research methods in cultural studies and ethnomusicology.
 3 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 3-9 Total Credits Required

Lower division Writing Expectation

Rule: All courses required

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Show Description MUSI 302H - Music History II
Offered spring. Prereq., MUSI 202L. The history of music in Western civilization from 1750 to modern times. See MSUI 301H.
 3 Credits
Minimum Required Grade: C- 3 Total Credits Required

Music Requirements for Mathematics

Rule: All courses required

Note: M couse 100 or above

Minimum Required Grade: C-
3 Total Credits Required

Music Requirements for Modern & Classical Languages

Rule: All courses required

Note: Exception to Modern and Classical Language Requirement-Symbolic Systems - MUSI 105, 106, 140,141

Minimum Required Grade: C-

Music Requirements for Symbolic Systems

Rule: All courses required

Note: The competency for Symbolic Systems is also satisfied within the music major curriculum. Music History 302H satisfies your lower-division writing requirement.

Minimum Required Grade: C-

Music Requirements for Expressive Arts

Rule: All courses required

Note: A Courses - (min. of 3 credits) Ensembles taken each semester satisfy this requirement.

Minimum Required Grade: C-

Music Requirements for Literary & Artistic Studies

Rule: All courses required

Note: Literary and Artistic Studies - L Courses - (min. of 3 credits) MUSI 202L taken in the 1st year satisfies this requirement.

Minimum Required Grade: C-

Music Requirements for Historic & Cultural Studies

Rule: All courses required

Note: Historical and Cultural Studies and American and European Perspectives - H/Y Course - (min. of 3 credits) MUSI 301H - 302H taken in the 2nd year satisfy this requirement.

Minimum Required Grade: C-

Music Requirements for Social Sciences

Rule: All courses required

Note: Social Sciences - S Courses - (min. of 3 credits)

Minimum Required Grade: C-
3 Total Credits Required

Music Requirements for Ethical and Human Values

Rule: All courses required

Note: Ethical and Human Values - E Courses - (min. of 3 credits) EDU 407E taken the 3rd or 4th year satisfies this requirement.

Minimum Required Grade: C-
3 Total Credits Required

Music Requirements for Indigenous & Global Perspectives

Rule: All courses required

Note: Indigenous and Global Perspectives - X Courses - (min. of 3 credits) A Native American Studies Course with an X is required for Education Degree. NASX 105 is recommended.

Minimum Required Grade: C-
3 Total Credits Required

Music Requirements for Natural Sciences

Rule: All courses required

Note: Natural Science - N Courses - 6 credits, choice made from course catalog credits required and at least one course must include a lab experience

Minimum Required Grade: C-
6 Total Credits Required