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Term 1
0 - 15 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by 
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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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Mathematics (MATH)
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3 |
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Term hours subtotal: |
15 |
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- MUE 101 The ASU School of Music Experience is required of all first-year music therapy 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.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options. Students should complete four large ensembles and two small ensembles.
- For statistics, students may choose PSY 230 or STP 226; if students choose PSY 230, they must complete MAT 119 or higher for Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUE 101, MUP 131.
- Complete a resume in MUE 101.
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Term 3
31 - 48 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
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C |
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3 |
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C |
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C |
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C |
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C |
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Sustainability (SUST)
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3 |
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Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
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Complete MTC 125 AND MUP 131.
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Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
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Term hours subtotal: |
17 |
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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.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222, MUE 162, MUP 133, MUP 231.
- Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills; participate in at least two large ensemble performances.
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Term 4
48 - 64 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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- Students must pass a jury in term 4 to be eligible for MUP 311 as an Advanced Performance Course in Term 5.
- Students must pass music therapy jury 1 in term 4 to be eligible for MUE 384 Therapy Practicum I and upper division courses. Students can retake the jury one time.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- 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 260, MUE 261, MUP 134, MUP 232.
- Participate in clinical work at ASU's Music Therapy Clinic.
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Term 5
64 - 80 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by 
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance course list below for options.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Course offered in fall semesters only: MUE 467, MUP 210.
- Gather a list of professional references.
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Term 6
80 - 94 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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- Students must pass music therapy jury 2 in term 6 to be eligible for MUE 476 Internship in Music Therapy. Students can retake the jury one time.
- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance Courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance Course list below for options.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MUE 381, MUE 463.
- Complete two clinical experiences.
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Term 7
94 - 107 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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C |
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4 |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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1-2 |
C |
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Term hours subtotal: |
13-14 |
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- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance Courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance Course list below for options.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MUE 441, MUE 475.
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Term 8
107 - 120 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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2 |
C |
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C |
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American Institutions (AMIT)
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3 |
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Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
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4 |
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1 |
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Term hours subtotal: |
13-14 |
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- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance Courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance Course list below for options.
- Complete clinical experiences and apply for a formal internship.
- Students register for MUE 476 (6-month internship) in the last semester and complete it after finishing all coursework for the degree. Degree is posted after completion of all requirements and the internship.
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Critical Course
Necessary Course
Term 1
0 - 15 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: 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
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
- MUE 101 The ASU School of Music Experience is required of all first-year music therapy 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.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options. Students should complete four large ensembles and two small ensembles.
- For statistics, students may choose PSY 230 or STP 226; if students choose PSY 230, they must complete MAT 119 or higher for Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUE 101, MUP 131.
- Complete a resume in MUE 101.
Term 2
15 - 31 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
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.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221, MUP 132.
- Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
Term 3
31 - 48 Credit Hours
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
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
Complete MTC 125 AND MUP 131.
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.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222, MUE 162, MUP 133, MUP 231.
- Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills; participate in at least two large ensemble performances.
Term 4
48 - 64 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Complete MTC 221 AND MUP 132.
- Students must pass a jury in term 4 to be eligible for MUP 311 as an Advanced Performance Course in Term 5.
- Students must pass music therapy jury 1 in term 4 to be eligible for MUE 384 Therapy Practicum I and upper division courses. Students can retake the jury one time.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- 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 260, MUE 261, MUP 134, MUP 232.
- Participate in clinical work at ASU's Music Therapy Clinic.
Term 5
64 - 80 Credit Hours
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1-2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Complete MTC 222 AND MUP 231 OR MUP 235 course(s).
- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance course list below for options.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Course offered in fall semesters only: MUE 467, MUP 210.
- Gather a list of professional references.
Term 6
80 - 94 Credit Hours
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1-2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Complete MUP 232 OR MUP 236 course(s).
- Students must pass music therapy jury 2 in term 6 to be eligible for MUE 476 Internship in Music Therapy. Students can retake the jury one time.
- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance Courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance Course list below for options.
- Ensemble is based on area of applied study. Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
- See course list below for MUP 4** (400-Level) Music Ensemble course options.
- Courses offered in spring semesters only: MUE 381, MUE 463.
- Complete two clinical experiences.
Term 7
94 - 107 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1-2
Minimum Grade: C
- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance Courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance Course list below for options.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MUE 441, MUE 475.
Term 8
107 - 120 Credit Hours
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1-2
Minimum Grade: C
American Institutions (AMIT)
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
- A minimum of four hours of Advanced Performance is required. Students may complete this requirement by taking four hours of MUP 311 Studio Instruction or by substituting Advanced Performance Courses toward this requirement. Please refer to the Advanced Performance Course list below for options.
- Complete clinical experiences and apply for a formal internship.
- Students register for MUE 476 (6-month internship) in the last semester and complete it after finishing all coursework for the degree. Degree is posted after completion of all requirements and the internship.
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