Minor in Music

Music Minor — 15 units

In consultation with a music faculty advisor, students choose courses that meet the particular goals and educational attainment in music of the individual student.

A minimum of 6 upper-division units are required to complete the minor.

All coursework used to satisfy the requirements of the minor must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

Lower-Division Requirements (3 units)

Three units must be in lower division and may be completed at other institutions or at San Francisco State.  Students usually choose MUS 120 Basic Music I (3 units) or MUS 122 Basic Music I: Piano (3 units). Advanced piano students may choose MUS 201 Class Piano I (1 units) or MUS 202 Class Piano II (1 units).

Upper-Division Requirements (12 units)

Twelve of the total units must be in upper-division work and taken in residence at San Francisco State. Students usually choose from Ensembles: MUS 371-388, Intro and Survey courses: MUS 4xx and 5xx.
NOTE: Certain 4xx and 5xx courses are restricted to music majors. Please consult with a faculty advisor before enrolling.

All coursework used to satisfy the requirements of the minor must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0

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Students with more developed piano skills may substitute other piano classes with the approval of the music minor advisor. These classes may include MUS 206 or MUS 301.

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Students with extensive background in music may substitute more advanced courses.