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BA Music at New York University

New York University, United States

Programme overview

The Department of Music offers both a major and a minor in Music. Both programs give students the opportunity to gain proficiency in the theory, history, and interpretation of music throughout the world and help them build a solid set of applied critical and listening abilities demanded of musicians and listeners today. The major offers students opportunities for independent research during their final year.

Faculty: College of Arts and Science  |  Duration: 128 credits  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

The major requires ten 4-credit courses (40 credits) completed with a grade of C or better as outlined below. Sample required courses: Writing as Inquiry; Seminar:; Music Theory I; Music Theory II.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applies to admission to the school/university, not specific to this major: New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU. For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply.

Duration: 128 credits

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