MUTC 2100  Music Theory I

2 Credits

A correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Development of basic skills in music theory and harmony including practical application through part-writing. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.

MUTC 2110  Aural Skills I

1 Credits

For music majors and minors. Foundation work in sight singing including rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.

MUSI 1165  Class Piano I

1 Credits

The purpose of class piano instruction is to equip non-piano majors with the keyboard proficiencies needed to be reasonably fluent in basic technical and reading skills for practical use as a professional musician.

MUAP 2102  Applied Lessons

2 Credits

Applied music encompasses the areas of instrumental and vocal performance. It is offered in the form of private lessons for music majors and minors.

ENGL 1101  English Composition I

3 Credits

A composition course focusing on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including introductory use of a variety of research skills.

General Education Core IMPACTS- Mathematics

3 Credits

MATH 1001 or MATH 1111 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1190 or STAT 1401

General Education Core IMPACTS- Arts and Humanities

3 Credits

ART 1107 or DANC 1107 or MUSI 1107 or TPS 1107

Large Ensemble (1 of 4)

1 Credits

MUEN 3343 or MUEN 3344 or MUEN 3345 or MUEN 3346 or MUEN 3347 or MUEN 3348 or MUEN 3349

MUTC 2200  Music Theory II

2 Credits

For music majors. A continuation of correlated study of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic aspects of music common practice. Continuation of keyboard harmony is included with application at the keyboard. Components include composition, improvisation and practical keyboard applications.

MUTC 2210  Aural Skills II

1 Credits

For Music majors only. Continuation of skill development in sight singing including rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.

MUSI 2165  Class Piano II

1 Credits

Continuation of Class Piano I.

MUAP 2102  Applied Lessons

2 Credits

Applied music encompasses the areas of instrumental and vocal performance. It is offered in the form of private lessons for music majors and minors.

MUTH 1000  Intro Profession Music Therapy

3 Credits

This course provides an overview of the music therapy field, introducing students to its history, scope of practice, clinical applications, and professional competencies. In this course, students will explore how music therapy integrates musical, psychological, and therapeutic principles to address the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of individuals across diverse populations and settings.

MUED 3353  Guitar Techniques Class

1 Credits

Guitar Techniques provides for basic teaching and playing competencies on guitar as well as an overview of teaching methodologies for individual and class guitar instruction.

ENGL 1102  English Composition II

3 Credits

A composition course that develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency required by ENGL 1101, that emphasizes interpretation, and evaluation, and that incorporates a variety of more advanced research methods.

Large Ensemble (2 of 4)

1 Credits

MUEN 3343 or MUEN 3344 or MUEN 3345 or MUEN 3346 or MUEN 3347 or MUEN 3348 or MUEN 3349

General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Applied Math)

3 Credits

DATA 1501 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1190 or MATH 1160 or MATH 1179 or MATH 1190 or MATH 2202 or STAT 1401

MUTC 3100  Music Theory III

2 Credits

Advanced correlated study of music theory and harmony of common practice including chromatic harmony and 20th century harmonic techniques. Components include composition, improvisation, literature analysis and practical keyboard application.

MUTC 3110  Aural Skills III

1 Credits

For music majors. Advanced skill development in ear training and sight singing. Includes rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.

MUAP 2102  Applied Lessons

2 Credits

Applied music encompasses the areas of instrumental and vocal performance. It is offered in the form of private lessons for music majors and minors.

MHIS 2311  History of Music I

3 Credits

A survey of Western music history and literature from the Ancient Greece to 1800.

MUTH 3150  Music Therapy Practicum I

1 Credits

This course is a supervised clinical experience introducing students to the application of music therapy in professional settings. Students observe, assist, and begin to facilitate music experiences with diverse populations under the guidance of board-certified music therapists. Emphasis is placed on developing professional skills, including session planning, clinical observation, therapeutic presence, ethical practice, and reflective journaling. Practicum I provides students with a structured opportunity to connect classroom learning with clinical practice, laying the foundation for progressive practicum experiences and professional competency in music therapy.

MUTH 2000  Clinical Founds Music Therapy

3 Credits

This course provides an introduction to foundational principles of music therapy practice. Students examine professional ethics and competencies while developing beginning clinical skills through case studies and guided observation. This course provides the foundation for practicum and advanced clinical training in music therapy.

ECON 1000  

Credits

Description not available

Large Ensemble (3 of 4)

1 Credits

MUEN 3343 or MUEN 3344 or MUEN 3345 or MUEN 3346 or MUEN 3347 or MUEN 3348 or MUEN 3349

General Education Core IMPACTS- Political Science and US History

3 Credits

HIST 2111 or HIST 2112

MUTC 3200  Music Theory IV

2 Credits

For music majors. Continuation of advanced correlated study of music theory and harmony in common practice including analytical study of 20th century music. Components include composition, improvisation, literature analysis and practical keyboard application.

MUTC 3210  Aural Skills IV

1 Credits

For music majors. Continuation of advanced skill development in ear training and sight singing. Includes rhythmic and melodic dictation. Practical application includes some composition and improvisation.

MUAP 2102  Applied Lessons

2 Credits

Applied music encompasses the areas of instrumental and vocal performance. It is offered in the form of private lessons for music majors and minors.

MHIS 2312  History of Music II

3 Credits

A survey of Western music history and literature from 1800 to the present.

MUTH 2500  Guitar Skills Music Therapists

1 Credits

This course develops functional guitar skills essential for the practice of music therapy. Students will learn chord vocabulary, strumming and fingerpicking patterns, transposition, improvisation, and song-leading techniques that support therapeutic goals in clinical settings.

MUTH 2100  Music Therapy Theory & App I

2 Credits

This course introduces theories, principles, and methods of music therapy practice. Students explore the therapeutic relationship, clinical applications of music across populations, and the integration of psychological and physiological concepts into treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on historical and contemporary models of music therapy, ethical standards of practice, and developing observation, assessment, and intervention skills.

MUTH 3250  Music Therapy Practicum II

1 Credits

This course provides continued supervised clinical training for students in music therapy, building upon skills developed in Practicum I. Students engage in structured field experiences in healthcare, educational, and/or community settings, applying music therapy methods with increasing independence and clinical responsibility. Emphasis is placed on treatment planning, implementation, observation, documentation, and reflection. Students will further develop therapeutic presence, adaptability, and professional communication skills while working with diverse client populations.

PSYC 1101  Intro to General Psychology

3 Credits

This course is an introduction to the theoretical and scientific study of behavior that emphasizes historical and current theories, methods, and research findings related to the influences of biological, cognitive, and social factors on behavior. Prerequisites:

Large Ensemble (4 of 4)

1 Credits

MUEN 3343 or MUEN 3344 or MUEN 3345 or MUEN 3346 or MUEN 3347 or MUEN 3348 or MUEN 3349

MUTH 3350  Music Therapy Practicum III

1 Credits

This course provides music therapy students with expanded clinical experience and increasing responsibility in a supervised setting. Students engage in structured music therapy sessions across diverse populations, with emphasis on session planning, treatment documentation, therapeutic communication, and professional ethics. Building on prior practica, students are expected to demonstrate greater independence in leading interventions, integrating music therapy methods with clinical goals, and applying theoretical knowledge to practice. Regular supervision and reflective assignments guide students in refining their clinical musicianship, interpersonal skills, and professional identity as developing music therapists.

MUTH 3300  Music Therapy Research Assess

2 Credits

This course introduces students to the principles, methods, and applications of research and assessment in music therapy. Students will explore qualitative and quantitative research designs, evidence-based practices, and ethical considerations in clinical work. Emphasis is placed on analyzing scholarly literature and applying research findings to clinical practice. Students will also gain hands-on experience with assessment tools and techniques used to evaluate client needs, track progress, and measure treatment outcomes.

MUTC 3320  Form and Analysis

2 Credits

Techniques of structural analysis of music compositions. Advanced structural analysis of music compositions in a variety of styles and periods with emphasis on harmony and form. Contrapuntal composition and the analysis of contrapuntal form is included.

PSYC 2103  

Credits

Description not available

Concentration Elective - 3000-4000 level coursework from the following prefixes: HS, MUAP, MUEN, MHIS, MUSI, MUTC, or PSYC.

2 Credits

@ 3@ or @ 4@

General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Technology and Science)

4 Credits

GEOG 1112K or GEOG 1113K or SCI 1101K or (BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (PHYS 2212 and PHYS 2212L)

MUTH 3400  Music Therapy Theory & App II

2 Credits

This course builds upon the foundations established in Music Therapy Theory & Application I, advancing students? understanding of clinical techniques, treatment planning, and theoretical models in music therapy. Emphasis is placed on the application of music interventions for diverse populations, including individuals across the lifespan with varying developmental, medical, and psychological needs.

MUTH 3450  Music Therapy Practicum IV

1 Credits

This advanced practicum provides supervised clinical experience in diverse music therapy settings, emphasizing greater independence, leadership, and professional competence. Students refine their ability to assess client needs, design and implement individualized interventions, and evaluate outcomes using evidence-based practices. The course integrates advanced clinical musicianship with professional documentation, treatment planning, and ethical decision-making. By the fourth practicum, students are expected to demonstrate increased autonomy in leading sessions, collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, and begin developing a personal therapeutic style that reflects best practices in the field. Regular supervision and peer feedback guide the integration of theory, research, and practice, preparing students for the culminating internship and entry into professional music therapy practice.

MUSI 3000  Technology in Music

3 Credits

The development of practical experience with current computer applications and current technology specifically associated with music instruction and music performance. The course exposes students to current capabilities of technology as they relate to composition, instrumentation, performance and teaching.

General Education Core IMPACTS- Social Sciences

3 Credits

ANTH 1102 or CRJU 1101 or ECON 2105 or ECON 2106 or GEOG 1101 or PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101 or STS 1101

General Education Core IMPACTS- Institutional Priority (Critical Thinking)

3 Credits

AMST 1102 or ASIA 1102 or BLCK 1102 or COMM 1100 or GWST 1102 or ISD 2700 or LALS 1102 or LDRS 2300 or PAX 1102 or POLS 2401 or RELS 1102

General Education Core IMPACTS- Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences (Technology and Science)

3 Credits

ANTH 1105 or GEOG 1110 or GEOG 1112K or GEOG 1113K or GEOG 1125 or SCI 1101K or SCI 1102 or (BIOL 1107 and BIOL 1107L) or (BIOL 1108 and BIOL 1108L) or (CHEM 1151 and CHEM 1151L) or (CHEM 1152 and CHEM 1152L) or (CHEM 1211 and CHEM 1211L) or (CHEM 1212 and CHEM 1212L) or (CSE 1321 and CSE 1321L) or (PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1111L) or (PHYS 1112 and PHYS 1112L) or (PHYS 2211 and PHYS 2211L) or (PHYS 2212 and PHYS 2212L)

MUTH 3500  Music Therapy Theory & App III

2 Credits

This course advances students? understanding of the theoretical foundations and applied practices of music therapy with a focus on clinical decision-making and treatment planning across diverse populations. Students refine skills in assessment, goal development, intervention design, and documentation while integrating current research and evidence-based practices. Emphasis is placed on the therapeutic relationship, clinical improvisation, and ethical considerations in music therapy practice. Through lecture, discussion, and applied experiences, students deepen their capacity to synthesize theory and application in preparation for advanced practicum and clinical work.

MUTH 4150  Music Therapy Practicum V

1 Credits

This course is the culminating practicum providing music therapy majors with advanced, supervised clinical training in preparation for internship. Students refine their clinical musicianship, therapeutic presence, and professional competencies through immersive placements in diverse healthcare and community settings. Emphasis is placed on independent treatment planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation, as well as integration of theoretical knowledge with clinical decision-making. Students are expected to demonstrate entry-level proficiency in applying music therapy methods across populations, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and adhering to professional and ethical standards. Successful completion of this practicum confirms readiness for internship and transition into the professional field of music therapy.

POLS 1101  American Government

3 Credits

This course examines the institutions and processes of American government and Georgia State government. Global comparisons are made between the governments of the U.S. and other modern nation-states.

General Education Core IMPACTS- Social Sciences (World History)

3 Credits

HIST 1100 or HIST 1111 or HIST 1112

General Education Core IMPACTS- Arts and Humanities

3 Credits

WLC 1001 or WLC 1002 or PHIL 2010 or WLC 2209

MUTH 4500  Music Therapy Internship

2 Credits

The culminating clinical experience for music therapy majors, the Music Therapy Internship provides full-time supervised training at an American Music Therapy Association National Roster Internship site or University Affiliate location. The internship experience is designed to strengthen areas of competency and address individual skill needs while fostering professional growth. Students apply advanced skills in assessment, treatment planning, intervention, evaluation, and professional documentation while working with diverse client populations. Completion of the internship fulfills the clinical training requirement necessary to sit for national board certification as a Music Therapist?Board Certified (MT-BC). Once the national certification is achieved, the student qualifies for a music therapy license in the state of Georgia (LPMT).