The discipline of music includes theoretical and practical courses, providing preparation in harmony, musicianship, history, applied study and performance. The degree program allows for a course of study that expands and increases personal performance techniques through practicum classes and music theory. In addition, these fundamental skills will prepare a transfer student with the necessary foundation to be successful at third year university level.
This degree provides lower division preparation for students planning to transfer into music programs. Students who complete this degree will be guaranteed admission with junior status to the California State University system, though not to a particular campus or major, and will be given priority admission to our local CSU campus.
A.A.-Transfer Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Music A.A.-Transfer Degree will:
- Demonstrate music techniques in a performance setting and applied study.
- Exhibit fundamental knowledge of musicianship, harmony and music history.
- Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of music proficiency in either vocal, instrumental or theory applications.
Students receiving this transfer degree must meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Meet the 12-unit residency requirement.
ADTs also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| MUSE 102 | Harmony I | 3 |
| MUSE 104 | Harmony II | 3 |
| MUSE 202 | Harmony III | 3 |
| MUSE 101 | Musicianship I | 2 |
| MUSE 103 | Musicianship II | 2 |
| MUSE 201 | Musicianship III | 2 |
| MUSP 215 | Master Chorale (1 unit class must be taken four times to complete degree) | 4 |
| MUSP 295 | Applied Instruction for Career Development (.5 unit class must be taken four times to complete degree) | 2 |
| Select one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Music Appreciation | 3 | |
| Total Units | 24 | |
2-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| ENGL C1000 | Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | 4-5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning | 4 | |
| MUSE 101 | Musicianship I | 2 |
| MUSE 102 | Harmony I | 3 |
| MUSP 215 | Master Chorale | 1 |
| MUSP 295 | Applied Instruction for Career Development | .5 |
| Units | 14.5-15.5 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| MUSE 103 | Musicianship II | 2 |
| MUSE 104 | Harmony II | 3 |
| MUSE 109 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| MUSP 215 | Master Chorale | 1 |
| MUSP 295 | Applied Instruction for Career Development | .5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 1B: Critical Thinking and Composition | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 1C: Oral Communication | 3 | |
| Units | 15.5 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 or United States History to 1877 - Honors or United States History since 1865 or United States History since 1865 - Honors or History of Women in the United States or History of Women in the United States - Honors | 3 |
| MUSE 201 | Musicianship III | 2 |
| MUSE 202 | Harmony III | 3 |
| MUSP 215 | Master Chorale | 1 |
| MUSP 295 | Applied Instruction for Career Development | .5 |
| Cal-GETC Area 5B: Biological Science with Lab | 4 | |
| UC/CSU Elective | 3 | |
| Units | 16.5 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| MUSP 215 | Master Chorale | 1 |
| MUSP 295 | Applied Instruction for Career Development | .5 |
| POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H | American Government and Politics or American Government and Politics - Honors | 3 |
| Cal-GETC Area 3B: Humanities | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 5A: Physical Science without Lab | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC Area 6: Ethnic Studies | 3 | |
| Units | 13.5 | |
| Total Units | 60-61 | |
Please make an appointment with a counselor to select elective courses and create a Student Educational Plan. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) are designed for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system. Additional coursework may be needed for students planning to transfer to the University of California (UC), independent or private institutions, or out-of-state colleges or universities.
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.