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Bachelor of Arts in Music and Musicology - Musicology

Mission

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Musicology offers the students the opportunity to develop competence and expertise in the areas of music, history, theory, analysis, and composition. Learners will further acquire professional skills in voice and instrument playing. In addition, the B.A. in Music presents many interesting and challenging opportunities to students as teachers, performers, creative artists, and employees in the music industry.

Total Credits
99
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Program Educational Objectives

The main objectives of a Major in Musicology offered at the Ramez G. Chagoury, Faculty of Architecture, Arts & Design (FAAD) are:

  1. 1.Providing the students with knowledge of music cultural heritage and history;
  2. 2.Appreciating musical creativity and the aesthetic value of music;
  3. 3.Developing the necessary skills of students to meet professional teaching and performing standards in the music field; and
  4. 4.Familiarizing learners with diversity of musical ideas and styles throughout the world’s cultures.

Program Learning Outcomes

Musicology graduates will:

  1. 1.Demonstrate knowledge of music history, theory, analysis, performance, and composition;
  2. 2.Acquire high technical skills, growth in musical interpretation and artistry;
  3. 3.Develop the ability of arranging, improvising, and conducting ensembles of classic and jazz music;
  4. 4.Express a competency in musicology culture and ethnomusicology; and
  5. 5.Manipulate with both electronic and acoustic media.

Admission Requirements

Prior to admission, applicants will be subject to a practical evaluation, which covers instrument, voice, and musical background.

 

Graduation Requirements

To receive the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Music, a student must complete a total of 99 credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3/4.0 in all Core and Major Courses. Any major course with a grade of less than “C” must be repeated. The 99 credits necessary for graduation are divided as follows:

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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Overall GPA
2.0
4.0
Core & Major
Cumulative GPA
2.3
4.0
Total 99 Credits

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