Mar 28, 2024  
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2018-2019 Catalog 
    
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke 2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Music Education (K-12), Instrumental Emphasis, B.M.


Coordinator: José Rivera

Location: Department of Music

Program Description

The program of study in Music Education consists of four curricular components: freshman seminar and general education, the content courses, the professional studies core, and content pedagogy (methods and internship). Upon successful completion of the program and related requirements, graduates are eligible for a Standard Professional I license to teach in the State of North Carolina. The NC Department of Public Instruction issues the teaching license based on University recommendation.

Freshman Seminar: 1 Sem. Hr.


General Education: 44 Sem. Hrs.


See General Education Program  for available options in each category.

Content Courses: 63 Sem. Hrs.


*6 semester hours may count toward General Ed)

All students


  • Applied Music (MUSP) 14 hours

Total: 128 Sem. Hrs.


1MUS 2940  fulfills the Fine Arts requirement in General Education.

2MUS 2930  fulfills the Humanities (Fine Arts) Elective requirement in General Education.

NOTE: Students who desire teacher licensure in Music Education should declare the major as soon as possible in their college career. Consultation with the Program Coordinator or program advisor prior to registering for General Education courses is strongly recommended.