This program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
To receive a bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete at least 120 units of credit that minimally includes a major, the liberal studies requirements, and university requirements as listed below.
The full policy can be viewed here.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
Minimum Units for Completion | 120 - 129 |
Highest Mathematics Required | MAT 114 |
Additional Admission Requirements | Required |
University Honors Program | Optional |
AZ Transfer Students complete AGEC-A | Recommended |
Progression Plan Link | View Progression Plan |
Emphasis Required | An emphasis is required for this major. |
Purpose Statement
The purpose of the Bachelor of Music Performance degree program is to prepare students as performers in a variety of settings, along with developing skills as teaching artists and musician-entrepreneurs. Students are also prepared for further study at the graduate and/or professional level.
Student Learning Outcomes
Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
This major requires 88 to 97 units distributed as follows:
Take at least the following 88 units. Courses with a prefix of MUS or MUP must be completed with a Grade of "C" or better.
Core Requirements (42 units)
Emphasis Requirements (Select One):
Additional coursework is required if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any of the academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. You may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.
We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you.
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.