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BA Music at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

Bachelor of arts that builds musicianship, creativity, collaboration and critical thinking. Students tailor study across performance, theory, ensembles, composition, history, ethnomusicology and electronic and computer music, and many can double major.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Department of Music  |  Duration: 120 credits (four years)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Required courses in comprehensive musicianship or sound technology, harmony or sound technology, music history, a senior seminar and a senior capstone project; 15 credits of music electives, 4 credits in ensemble or private study, and 6 credits of additional music electives, plus the Columbian College general education curriculum.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for music-centered professions and a wide range of other careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the university through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions via the Common Application; requirements are not specific to the music major. Columbian College general education (G-PAC) and CCAS 1001 apply.

Duration: 120 credits (four years)

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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