Bachelor of Arts Music

at University of Alberta - Augustana Campus Canada

Augustana is one of the only schools in Canada that offers a dual degree in Mathematics and Physics – two of the most fundamental scientific disciplines. By taking this combined major, you do not have to choose between the two. Innovative teaching methods are used throughout the program and senior courses can often be customized to your interests.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree. Mathematics and Physics can also be taken as part of a Bachelor of Science degree. The BA program does not require the same supporting courses in the other sciences as the BSc program.

The Computing Science program at Augustana builds foundational knowledge in Python and Java to prepare you for further study in other programming languages, as well as the areas of software engineering, operating systems, computer organization and architecture, algorithms, databases, networks, parallel programming, and computing theory.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree. Computing Science can also be taken as part of a Bachelor of Science degree. The BA program does not require the same supporting courses in the other sciences as the BSc program.

Our English major provides you with an overview of canonical and alternative literature and critical writing that is at once broad and deep. Our smaller class sizes ensure lively and engaging discussion in the classroom, ready access to professors, and plenty of room to explore and grow. You’ll emerge with an appreciation of literature, stronger writing and communications skills, and critical-thinking abilities that will serve you in all aspects of life.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Augustana's Drama program allows you to gain experience in various aspects of theatre, from acting to stage management to set design and production. Our small, intimate classes provide a highly supportive and respectful environment for students and instructors to get to know each other, push each other, develop, and grow.

Each year, the department puts on theatre productions, with auditions open to all Augustana students. Fine arts scholarships are available for students involved in the plays.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree.

This combined degree allows you to complete the first three years of your degree at Augustana, followed by two years on North Campus, in Edmonton. With this program, you will typically do your work experience placements in a rural or small-town school.

As part of this program you must choose a major and minor that can be taught as high school subjects.

Our Biology program offers a broad-based curriculum ranging from cell biology to ecology to pathogenesis to animal behaviour. You will develop an understanding of the scientific process through scientific inquiry and acquire transferable skills that will prepare you for graduate studies, professional programs, and a broad range of careers.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree. Biology can also be taken as part of a Bachelor of Science degree. The BA program does not require the same supporting courses in the other sciences as the BSc program.

The Chemistry program at Augustana allows you to learn chemistry in a collaborative setting that emphasizes interaction between professors and fellow students in both the classroom and the lab.

Our laboratory facilities are spacious, newly renovated, and well-equipped, granting senior students direct access to all departmental instrumentation. Senior students also have the opportunity to apply to work as teaching assistants in first-year labs and to participate in fiery and colourful demonstrations.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree. Chemistry can also be taken as part of a Bachelor of Science degree. The BA program does not require the same supporting courses in the other sciences as the BSc program.

At Augustana, a degree in Psychology will allow you to become well versed in psychological topics. You will be able to understand and use different worldviews, concepts, language, and major theories of the discipline to account for psychological phenomena. This major also offers the ability to pursue a unique, embedded certificate in Community Mental Health. Through this certificate, you will be trained in the principles of mental health, including psychological well-being and neuropsychological disorders, and learn about the types of interventions that are designed to support those with mental illness.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Science degree. At Augustana, you can also take a Psychology major as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Our general Music major combines private lessons, ensembles, and performance, with courses in music theory, music history, aural and keyboard skills, conducting, and other electives.

Our Music program is rooted in a tradition of excellence in performance and scholarship, providing you with the fundamentals of musical education as well as exposure to collaborative and cutting-edge approaches.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree. Augustana also offers a Bachelor of Music degree.

Augustana's Sociology program is rooted firmly within the liberal arts tradition, with courses designed to familiarize you with the many substantive, theoretical, and methodological issues in this vast and ever-evolving discipline. The sociological perspective focuses how and why people are organized in society, either as individuals or as members of associations, groups, and institutions, and the consequences this has for social life.

This major is taken as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree.