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2024
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Term 1
0 - 14 Credit Hours
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Milestone: Music students must successfully complete an entrance audition into the major before enrolling at ASU.
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Milestone: Music students must successfully complete the music theory diagnostic exam before enrolling in School of Music, Dance and Theatre courses.
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14 |
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- ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students. MUE 101 The ASU School of Music Experience required of all first-year music learning and teaching majors.
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- MUP 131 Class Piano must be taken rather than MUP 133 Class Voice unless piano is primary instrument.
- Students may use up to two semesters of MUP 461 Marching and Athletic Bands towards degree (optional).
- Courses offered fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUE 101, MUP 131, MUP 133.
- Complete a resume in MUE 101.
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Term 2
14 - 30 Credit Hours
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- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Students are expected to perform in at least one large ensemble per semester in semesters 1-4.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Apply for Identity Verified Print (IVP) fingerprint clearance card, required by state law for participation in internships in K-12 grade schools.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221, MUE 110, MUE 154, MUP 132, MUP 134.
- Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
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Term 4
47 - 64 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
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C |
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Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
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Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
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Milestone: All Music Learning and Teaching majors must audition with faculty during this term.
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Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
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Term hours subtotal: |
17 |
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- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Meet with advisor to submit non-MLFTC tracking form.
- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding MUE Lab Course selection. MUE 319 Digital and Hybrid Lab is required (can be taken during Term 3 or Term 4).
- See approved course list below for Music Theory Core Elective. Classes are offered on a rotational basis.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 327 (even fall), MTC 422, MTC 425.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 223, MTC 225, MTC 440, MTC 441, MTC 494 (Analysis of Song), MUE 321.
- Create and continue to add to a professional online portfolio.
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Term 5
64 - 78 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by 
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Minimum Grade |
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- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding The Art of Teaching course selection.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Students are expected to perform in at least one large ensemble per semester in semesters 5-7.
- TEL 215 is a required course for students seeking teacher certification.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MUE 479, MUE 481.
- Courses offered in rotations: MUE 413 (every fall and even springs), MUE 415 (every fall and odd springs).
- Complete first of three school internships prior to student teaching in term 8.
- Gather a list of professional references.
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Term 8
108 - 120 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
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Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
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Term hours subtotal: |
12 |
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- Take the AEPA/NES Professional Knowledge Test in Term 8 (secondary recommended; necessary for teacher certification).
- Your student teaching residency requires a full-time commitment in the K-12th grade classroom for the semester (necessary for teacher certification).
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Critical Course
Necessary Course
Term 1
0 - 14 Credit Hours
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete an entrance audition into the major before enrolling at ASU.
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete the music theory diagnostic exam before enrolling in School of Music, Dance and Theatre courses.
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
- ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students. MUE 101 The ASU School of Music Experience required of all first-year music learning and teaching majors.
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- MUP 131 Class Piano must be taken rather than MUP 133 Class Voice unless piano is primary instrument.
- Students may use up to two semesters of MUP 461 Marching and Athletic Bands towards degree (optional).
- Courses offered fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUE 101, MUP 131, MUP 133.
- Complete a resume in MUE 101.
Term 2
14 - 30 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Students are expected to perform in at least one large ensemble per semester in semesters 1-4.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Apply for Identity Verified Print (IVP) fingerprint clearance card, required by state law for participation in internships in K-12 grade schools.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221, MUE 110, MUE 154, MUP 132, MUP 134.
- Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
Term 3
30 - 47 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding MUE Lab Course selection. MUE 319 Digital and Hybrid Lab is required (can be taken during Term 3 or Term 4).
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222, MUE 323, MUE 325.
- Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills; participate in at least two large ensemble performances.
Term 4
47 - 64 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
Milestone: All Music Learning and Teaching majors must audition with faculty during this term.
Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Meet with advisor to submit non-MLFTC tracking form.
- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding MUE Lab Course selection. MUE 319 Digital and Hybrid Lab is required (can be taken during Term 3 or Term 4).
- See approved course list below for Music Theory Core Elective. Classes are offered on a rotational basis.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 327 (even fall), MTC 422, MTC 425.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 223, MTC 225, MTC 440, MTC 441, MTC 494 (Analysis of Song), MUE 321.
- Create and continue to add to a professional online portfolio.
Term 5
64 - 78 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: B
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding The Art of Teaching course selection.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Students are expected to perform in at least one large ensemble per semester in semesters 5-7.
- TEL 215 is a required course for students seeking teacher certification.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MUE 479, MUE 481.
- Courses offered in rotations: MUE 413 (every fall and even springs), MUE 415 (every fall and odd springs).
- Complete first of three school internships prior to student teaching in term 8.
- Gather a list of professional references.
Term 6
78 - 94 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: B
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
American Institutions (AMIT)
Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
- GCU 113 meets US and AZ Constitution requirements for teaching certification.
- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding The Art of Teaching course selection.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MUE 480, MUE 482.
- Courses offered in rotations: MUE 413 (every fall and even springs), MUE 415 (every fall and odd springs).
- Complete second of three school internships prior to student teaching in Term 8.
Term 7
94 - 108 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: B
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: C
Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
- Refer to course list and consult with faculty mentor regarding The Art of Teaching course selection.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- BLE 408 required for students pursuing K-12 certification.
- Complete third of three school internships prior to student teaching in term 8.
Term 8
108 - 120 Credit Hours
Hours: 11
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Minimum 2.25 GPA ASU Cumulative.
- Take the AEPA/NES Professional Knowledge Test in Term 8 (secondary recommended; necessary for teacher certification).
- Your student teaching residency requires a full-time commitment in the K-12th grade classroom for the semester (necessary for teacher certification).
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