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Biola University
The Professional Teacher Preparation Program leading to a California Teaching Credential at Biola University is subject to change in response to new legislation. Please see a credential analyst in the School of Education for current information on completing the requirements for a teaching credential. Students must consult with both their major advisor and a School of Education advisor. In addition to the program courses above, this concentration must complete the following.
Ensembles. All are open to non-music majors as well as music majors by audition. Concert Series The Conservatory concert series features outstanding guest artists and student ensembles. Masterclasses and Artist-in-Residence Program Opportunities for participating in masterclasses with guest artists are available annually. Of special note is the ongoing series of masterclasses and recitals by world-renowned artists, including Menahem Pressler,
Concentration-Specific Core Curriculum (GE) Course Behavioral Science PSYC 200 Introduction to Psychology Concentration Courses MATH 331 Probability
pianist, Artist-in-Residence. Local Opportunities
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The Southern California area provides exceptional opportunities for hearing the world's leading artists, as well as outstanding college and
MATH 341 MATH 415
Classical Geometry
church music performances. Service Opportunities
Number Theory and the History of Mathematics
MATH 318
Biostatistics
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The Los Angeles metropolitan area offers many opportunities for remunerative service in music. There are frequent openings for competent church choir directors, soloists, accompanists, instrumentalists, and organists. Scholarships Music awards in varying amounts are available to qualified students. Complete information is available by emailing music@biola.edu or by writing: Director, Conservatory of Music Biola University 13800 Biola Avenue La Mirada, CA 90639-0001 Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Music in Composition, students will be able to: 1. Apply historical and theoretical understanding to the analysis of musical forms, processes, and structures found in masterpieces from the western art music tradition (ULO 1). 2. Describe how they intend to integrate their faith in their anticipated future professional activities (ULO 2). 3. Demonstrate basic musicianship skills in sight-singing, dictation, conducting, voice and piano (ULO 3). 4. Evaluate basic form, harmony, meter, rhythm, voice-leading and developmental techniques found in excerpts and entire pieces from the Western art music tradition, and will experiment with writing music in the same styles (ULO 3). 5. Apply their knowledge of compositional techniques and the musical elements (form, melody, harmony, etc.) to write original compositions (ULO 2). 6. Demonstrate artistic maturity in terms of their craft creativity, clarity of expression on the written page, and efficiency in writing for established deadlines (ULO 3).
or MATH 332 Statistics Select two courses at the 300 or 400 level in Math
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Education Courses LEDU 301
Introduction to Teaching
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LEDU 330 LEDU 341
Psychological Foundations of Education Methods of Teaching Linguistically Diverse Students
LEDU 425 LEDU 433 LEDU 438
Secondary Content Area Reading
Single Subject Pedagogy
Secondary Curriculum, Differentiation, and Assessment
Student teaching (12 credits) may be completed at the graduate level and is not required for undergraduate graduation: LEDU 450 Secondary Student Teaching I LEDU 452 Secondary Student Teaching II Total Credits Music Composition, B.M. Degree Program
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The Bachelor of Music degrees are offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. The major requirements include completing a basic core of 30 credits of music and specific degree requirements of an additional 50 credits for Composition. Total credits: 80. Students interested in pursuing this degree must demonstrate a high level of performance potential and commitment to music as a profession. Special Programs/Opportunities Ensembles The Conservatory provides opportunities for experience in several types of vocal and instrumental ensembles, including the Biola Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Women's Chorus, Men's Chorus, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Music
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