About the course
The School of Music and Dance undergraduate Music Education teacher-training program has been recognized as a California State model curriculum for its innovative design, successful placement of new teachers, and currency in meeting both State and National Content Standards in Music
100% of our graduates who have completed their degree and credential requirements have been placed in jobs throughout Southern California and beyond.
Students are given a comprehensive approach to the teaching of music through their experiences in the following: theory, aural skills, technology, composition, arranging, conducting, analysis, literature, history, Western and non-Western musical traditions, choral, instrumental and general music methods, Music Education Practicum and on-site lab teaching, and active participation in small and large performance groups.
Music Education students are mentored by over 35 K-12 practicing music educators who voluntarily work with SDSU faculty to insure the currency of the School?s pre-professional training. These master teachers host a variety of student lab teaching experiences on-site in classrooms throughout our county and serve as guest lectures in SDSU Practicum classes. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$80,680
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Entry requirements for San Diego State University
Completion of high school/secondary level. A certified copy of graduation certificate or diploma will be required prior to enrollment at SDSU.A minimum U.S. equivalent GPA (grade point average) of 3.0 (B grade or 80 percent) or higher.Higher Level International Baccalaureate (IB) exam: Score of 4 to 7.ACT English section: Score of 22 or higher.SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing score of 550. IELTS – Passing overall score is 6.5 or higher.TOEFL – Passing score is 80 iBT/550 paper or higher.
English language requirements
6.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0
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