Bachelor of Science in Music Education (Non-Certification)
The Bachelor of Science in Music Education with non-certification will prepare you to work in educational settings outside of the public school classroom. This degree will provide you with hands-on leadership and learning opportunities, focusing on music teaching methods and childhood development. You will have the flexibility to earn a music degree emphasizing theoretical and music knowledge as well as teaching methodologies without pursuing state-endorsed teacher certification.
All Programs
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Piano
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Voice
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Commercial Voice
- Bachelor of Science in Music | P-12 Teacher Certification
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Violin
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Cello
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Double Bass
- Bachelor of Music in Performance | Viola
Bachelor of Science in Music Education (Non-Certification)
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- Core Courses
- Core Courses
- Major Courses
| Core Courses |
|---|
| EFFECTIVE ENGLISH |
| The Literary Tradition |
| Intro to the Bible OR Christian Worldview |
| History of Christian Thought OR Mission & Message of Jesus |
| Basic Public Speaking OR Intro to Philosophy |
| History Course |
| LABORATORY SCIENCE |
| MATHEMATICS |
| GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES |
| Foreign Language Electives |
| Major Courses |
|---|
| TE 201 Foundations of Education |
| TE 301 Human Growth and Development |
| TE 304 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth |
| TE 305 Principles and Ethics of Teaching in the Elementary School |
| or TE 306 Principles and Ethics of Teaching in Secondary Schools |
| TE 300-400 Level Elective |
| TE 300-400 Level Elective |
| MU 101 & 102 - Theory I |
| MU 101L & 102L - Theory Laboratory I |
| MU 201 & 202 - Theory II |
| MU 201L & 202L - Theory Laboratory II |
| MU 203 - Survey of Technology and Media |
| MU 301 - Form and Analysis |
| MU 310 - Music History I |
| MU 311 - Music History II |
| MU 320 Brass Pedagogy |
| MU 321 Woodwind Pedagogy |
| MU 322 Percussion Pedagogy |
| MU 323 String Pedagogy |
| MU 324 Vocal Pedagogy |
| MU 325 Elementary School Music Methods and Materials or MU/WL Elective MU 326 Orchestration |
| MU 425 Secondary School Music Methods and Materials or MU/WL Elective MU 330 Conducting Techniques |
| MU 371 Finale I |
| MU 427 Choral Conducting or MU 428 Instrumental Conducting |
| Primary Applied Area |
| Secondary Applied Area |
| Concert Music Attendance (7 Sequential Semesters, required) |
| MUA 200 Piano Proficiency |
| MU 200 Mid-Level Review (Music) |
| MUA 300 Junior Recital |
| MUA 400 Senior Recital |
Step 1: Apply to UM
The University of Mobile and the Alabama School of the Arts require all students to submit an admission application before auditioning.
Step 2: Audition
Fill out the interest form today to begin and schedule your audition. Auditions may be scheduled weekly (Monday-Thursday) for the student upon approval from the ASOTA office.
Stephanie Archer earned her PhD in piano pedagogy from Florida State University in 2023, following degrees from the University of Mobile and Louisiana State University. Archer frequently presents at national and international conferences, with research focusing on injury prevention, musician wellness, and effective teaching strategies for beginners.
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