B.A. in Music

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Overview

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree program provides students with a broad foundation in music studies, and its flexibility is especially well-suited for students who wish to pursue a second major, study abroad, or other curricular options.

All B.A. students complete courses in theory, history, musicianship, keyboard skills, performance, composition/improvisation, and technology. In addition, B.A. students complete course requirements and a B.A. project in an area of emphasis, choosing from two options; 1) History and Theory of Music; or 2) Integrated Composition, Improvisation, and Technology. Through upper-division emphasis courses, which are often major-restricted with small enrollments, and through designing their original capstone B.A. project, students have opportunities to develop their individual research and creative interests while working closely with faculty. 
 

Admission

• Auditions are not required for the B.A. in Music. Prospective students applying to UCI may select the B.A. in Music option on the application. 
• Students who are currently enrolled at UCI must complete a set of core lower-division course requirements to enter the B.A. in Music. Please visit this page on the UCI Arts Student Affairs website to see the requirements, and contact UCI Arts Student Affairs Arts Academic Advising for more information on change of degree requirements for currently enrolled UCI students.
• Applicants seeking financial aid are strongly encouraged to learn more about financial aid options from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
   

Coursework

Individual academic plans for Music majors are shaped by each student’s interests, goals, and prior preparation. These plans are developed in close consultation with the student's academic counselor and the Music Department Undergraduate Advisor.

Courses for Music majors include:

• Common Curriculum
  • Musicianship
  • Music Theory
  • Theory/Musicianship
  • The Classical Tradition
  • Music & Computers
• Composition, Improvisation, and Technology
• History & Theory
• Performance and Practice
• Music and Culture

Please consult the UCI General Catalogue for details about the general education, degree, and graduation requirements.
 

UC EAP (foreign exchange students)

Applicants may be considered, but are not afforded the same privileges as Music majors. They do not receive private lessons, and do not have access to practice rooms.

How to Apply

To apply for admission to the UCI Music Department, first visit the UCI Admissions website for complete details on application procedures and fees. You must apply online to the University of California by December 2.