Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Music and an Outside Field
Note | This program is no longer available for new students
About the B.S. in Music and an Outside Field
This liberal arts curriculum, approved by the associate dean for academics of the Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts, requires an emphasis in an outside field be comprised of 21 credit hours in another discipline. The following disciplines are recommended outside fields: business, psychology, theatre, radio/television, journalism, modern languages, English, history, mathematics, and computer science; others may be approved also. The student must consult an advisor in the outside field for the design of an appropriate sequence.
Degree Requirements (121-129 cr.)
Campuswide General Education (39 cr.)
World Languages (6 cr.)
Two semesters of one language (may be satisfied with world languages placement test and credit by examination)
Core Musicianship (28 cr.)
Piano Proficiency (4 cr.)
Option 1 |
- MUS-P 101 Piano Class 1 (1 cr.)
- MUS-P 102 Piano Class 2 (1 cr.)
- MUS-P 103Piano Class 3 (1 cr.)
- MUS-P 104 Piano Class 4 (1 cr.)
- MUS-P 105 Keyboard Proficiency (0 cr.)
Option 2 when piano is primary instrument |
- MUS-P 105 Keyboard Proficiency (0 cr.)
- Secondary Instrument at 200 level (2 cr. ) (two semesters)
Applied Music (8 cr.)
- MUS-I 311 B.S./B.M.E./B.M. Jazz Senior Recital (0 cr.)
- MUS-_ 300 Principal Instrument (1 cr.) (each semester)
Ensemble (8 cr.)
Select one of the following every semester of enrollment:
- MUS-X 002 Piano Accompanying (1 cr.)
- MUS-X 040 University Instrumental Ensembles (1 cr.)
- MUS-X 070 University Choral Ensembles (1 cr.)
- MUS-X 350 Jazz Ensembles (1 cr.)
For voice majors, four semesters may be substituted with:
- MUS-X 420 Small Ensembles (1 cr.) (Chamber Choir section)
Chamber Music (2-8 cr.)
MUS-X 423 Chamber Music (1 cr.) Two to eight semesters, depending upon principal instrument, at the discretion of the course coordinator (strings 8, winds 2, brass 2, percussion 2, guitar 2)
Other Music (4 cr.)
- MUS-G 370 Techniques for Conducting (2 cr.)
- MUS-K 312 Arranging for Instrumental and Vocal Groups (2 cr.)
Concentration Sequence (22-24 cr.)
Completion of an approved minor in any academic degree program offered at IU South Bend. Should the minor be less than 22-24 credit hours, sufficient coursework in the same area, approved by both the music area and the degree program offering the minor, must be taken to complete the required number of credit hours. Campuswide general-education credit hours taken in the minor area may be included in the total concentration credit hours.
Psychology |
This program combines professional music training with intensive and advanced study in laboratory psychology, childhood and adolescence, learning, personality, statistical analysis, abnormal psychology, perception, physiological psychology, etc., for students interested in music therapy, clinical work, and other related fields. Specific courses are selected in consultation with a psychology department advisor
Theatre |
This program complements professional training in music with coursework in acting, directing, design, and theatre technical. It is helpful to those planning careers in musical theatre, radio/television, and similar fields.
Each student in this program is assigned an advisor from the theatre area for guidance on this segment of the degree and must participate in some aspect of a theatre production each year.
History |
This program provides historical background for the study of music. Particular attention is given to Western European, Russian, and American cultural history. Specific courses are selected in consultation with a history department advisor.
Computer Science |
Computers have wide application in contemporary music, in addition to their pervasive use in business and education. It is now possible for music majors to pursue this field as a concentration sequence. Students must take the mathematics placement examination before enrolling in any computer science course and must meet all prerequisites to courses selected. Specific courses are selected in consultation with a computer and information sciences department advisor.
Programs Leading to Other Undergraduate Degrees |
Students enrolled at IU South Bend may pursue coursework leading to the following degrees offered at the Indiana University School of Music (Bloomington or Fort Wayne campuses). Generally, three full years of coursework on these programs are currently available at IU South Bend. The fourth year may be added in the future. For complete curricula, requirements, and specific regulations regarding these specializations, see the bulletin of the School of Music. The academic advisor of the school is pleased to assist and counsel any student interested in one of these programs.
Bachelor of Music
- Early Instrument
- Jazz Studies
- Woodwind Instruments
- Theory
- Music History and Literature
- Music Therapy (Fort Wayne)
Minors in Music
All courses are 3 credit hours, unless otherwise designated.
A formal minor in music is available to students in any IU South Bend degree program. Students wishing to minor in music should speak with the music area coordinator. There are three different minor tracks: performance studies, music theory and history, and composition. All three programs include the following core requirements:
Core Studies (14 cr.)
- MUS-M 201 The Literature of Music 1
- MUS-M 202 The Literature of Music 2
- MUS-T 113 Music Theory I
- MUS-T 114 Music Theory II
- MUS-T 115 Sightsinging and Aural Perception I (1 cr.)
- MUS-T 116 Sightsinging and Aural Perception II (1 cr.)
Track 1: Performance Studies (25 cr.)
A student must be deemed acceptable through an audition, at the elective 100-level of applied music, and be capable of participating in both MUS-U 310 Performance Laboratory and ensemble.
Core Studies (14 cr.)
- MUS-M 201 The Literature of Music 1
- MUS-M 202 The Literature of Music 2
- MUS-T 113 Music Theory I
- MUS-T 114 Music Theory II
- MUS-T 115 Sightsinging and Aural Perception I (1 cr.)
- MUS-T 116 Sightsinging and Aural Perception II (1 cr.)
Applied Music (4 cr.)
Elective-level study of instrument or voice; 4 semesters minimum
Performance Laboratory (0 cr.) and Ensemble (4 cr.)
These courses are required each semester a student is registered in the performance studies minor. A student must be deemed acceptable through an audition at the elective 100-level of applied music, and be capable of participating in both MUS-U 310 Performance Laboratory and ensemble.
Other Music (3 cr.)
Select one of the following:
- MUS-M 375 Survey of Ethnic and Pop Music of the World
- MUS-M 430 Introduction to Contemporary Music
- MUS-T 213 Music Theory III
- MUS-T 214 Music Theory IV
- MUS-T 315 Analysis of Musical Form
- Any music course approved by the music advisor
Track 2: Music Theory and History (20 cr.)
Core Studies (14 cr.)
- MUS-M 201 The Literature of Music 1
- MUS-M 202 The Literature of Music 2
- MUS-T 113 Music Theory I
- MUS-T 114 Music Theory II
- MUS-T 115 Sightsinging and Aural Perception I (1 cr.)
- MUS-T 116 Sightsinging and Aural Perception II (1 cr.)
Other Music (6 cr.)
Select two of the following:
- MUS-M 375 Survey of Ethnic and Pop Music of the World
- MUS-M 430 Introduction to Contemporary Music
- MUS-T 213 Music Theory III
- MUS-T 214 Music Theory IV
- MUS-T 315 Analysis of Musical Form
- Any music course approved by the music advisor
Track 3: Composition (21 cr.)
Core Studies (14 cr.)
- MUS-M 201 The Literature of Music 1
- MUS-M 202 The Literature of Music 2
- MUS-T 113 Music Theory I
- MUS-T 114 Music Theory II
- MUS-T 115 Sightsinging and Aural Perception I (1 cr.)
- MUS-T 116 Sightsinging and Aural Perception II (1 cr.)
Applied Music (4 cr.)
- MUS-K 110 Composition, Elective Level (2 cr.) (2 semesters minimum)
Other Music (3 cr.)
Select one of the following:
- MUS-M 375 Survey of Ethnic and Pop Music of the World
- MUS-M 430 Introduction to Contemporary Music
- MUS-T 213 Music Theory III
- MUS-T 214 Music Theory IV
- MUS-T 315 Analysis of Musical Form
- Any music course approved by the music advisor