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Enhance your major with music theory and history, through a flexible music minor program.
The music minor is designed for students who are interested in a broad introduction to the study of music. The program allows for a diverse exposure to traditional through contemporary music practices, with numerous course options based on students' interests.
At A Glance
Application requirements
Adding the Minor
Students who wish to add the music studies minor in music should consult with their major area advisor to add the minor.
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements:
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Program requirements
The School of Music offers a minor in music consisting of 24 credit hours of coursework, including a minimum of 12 upper-division credit hours. A minimum grade of "C" (2.00) is required in all courses.
Required Courses -- 12 credit hours
Notes: Only offered as an iCourse.
Notes: Only offered as an iCourse.
Notes: Bach to Bebop is only offered in fall semesters.
Music History -- 6 credit hours
Notes: Bach to Bebop is only offered in fall semesters.
Music Electives -- 6 credit hours
Depending on a student's undergraduate program of study, prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: None
Incompatible Majors: All music majors
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Students interested in pursuing a minor should consult their academic advisor to declare the minor and to ensure that an appropriate set of courses is taken. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and the minor. Students should contact their academic advisor for more information.
Career outlook
A minor can help students enhance the marketable skills they acquire in their major program and help them develop new skills apart from it, though most career areas do require more training than a minor alone can provide.
Graduates with a minor in music have additional knowledge that can help them as they pursue careers in arts administration, teaching, fundraising management or marketing.
Example careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:
| Career | *growth | *median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | 12% | $66,930 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | 7.6% | $61,820 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | 5.5% | $106,130 |
| Music Composers and Arrangers | 5.7% | $50,590 |
| Music Directors | 5.7% | $50,590 |
| Music Therapists | 6.5% | $47,680 |
| Musicians, Instrumental | 6% | * |
| Public Relations and Fundraising Managers | 10.4% | $111,280 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | 6.3% | $55,810 |
| Producers | 12.2% | $71,620 |
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
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ASU Online offers programs like Music in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.
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