Bachelor of Music in Music Education

at INTO Group- The University of Arizona USA

Join the ranks of the world's most influential thinkers, philosophers, writers and artists when you pursue a degree in German Studies. The Bachelor of Arts in German Studies is designed to familiarize students with the German language and the cultures and histories of German-speaking communities. Designated a German Center of Excellence by the American Association of Teachers of German, the German Studies department provides students with a diverse education. Students acquire language proficiency in German and a broad background in German culture, history and literary studies. Students can tailor their coursework to focus on different subject areas, including German for professional purposes, German contemporary culture, current events, cultural history from the Middle Ages to the present, fairy tales, music, applied linguistics and language teaching.

Prepare to become a change-maker and a thought leader in a global economy that spans the Caribbean, North America, Latin America, Africa and Europe. The Bachelor of Arts in Africana Studies investigates the historical and contemporary experiences of Africana peoples and how they are shaped by gender, class, race and global conditions. Students choose from one of three emphases: African American History, Culture & Aesthetics; Comparative Global African Diaspora; or Performance, Media, & Digital Africana Studies. This interdisciplinary major gives students essential professional skills applicable to many careers, including the ability to understand people from any background; writing; critical thinking; public speaking; creativity; leadership; and initiative. Classes focus on literature, history, culture, film, technology, arts, politics and more. The program is a leader in digital learning and boasts the nation's first Hip-Hop minor. Students are supported by faculty and a network of community leaders, with opportunities for internships, study abroad and more.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding of the different and shared historical and contemporary experiences of the Africana world.
• Develop diversity and intercultural competencies (focusing on issues of race, color, class, and gender)
• Acquire and apply digital literacies and technological competencies as they apply to the Africana experience.
• Expose students to engagement and global education related to the Africana experience.
• Furnish and equip students with critical thinking and analytical skills that can be used in addressing challenges affecting the Africana communities.

Climate change and its complex and myriad effects requires impactful action based on hard science. In this degree, you'll develop engineered solutions to environmental problems. Explore the intricacies of the chemical, physical and hydrogeological processes of the environment with the Physical and Chemical Dynamics emphasis of the Environmental Science Bachelor of Science. The rigorous curriculum shows students how to apply scientific principles to environmental conservation, and then teaches critical problem-solving skills to help students identify ways to overcome ecological challenges. The faculty challenges students to integrate concepts from biology, chemistry and physics to comprehend how different kinds of environments: agriculture, urban, forest, wetland function as systems. Upon graduation, students are equipped to apply that understanding to the planet's most pressing issues related to soil, water, air, human health and natural resources.

Let your imagination pave the way for a profession in musical composition, a field that touches human emotions in myriad ways from powerful film scores to moving philharmonic performances. The Bachelor of Music in Performance major with a Composition emphasis prepares student composers to meet the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing profession. The Fred Fox School of Music offers coursework in which students receive intensive private instruction in music composition in traditional and electro-acoustic media from award-winning faculty members. In addition, students take classes in music theory, improvisation, music history, orchestration and conducting. The faculty strives to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the aesthetics of musical design and the operations of creators, performers and listeners as they use music to shape their world.

Develop the skills and knowledge to help guide the world toward a sustainable future. Biosystems engineers help protect the health and well-being of humans, wildlife and the Earth. Students earning the Bachelor of Science in Biosystems Engineering collaborate with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and several College of Engineering degree programs. They study ways to sustainably feed an ever-growing world population, harness and preserve natural resources, and overcome environmental challenges. Students are immersed in design throughout their undergraduate experience. The future depends on biosystems engineers working in fields such as agriculture, water conservation and renewable energy.

Learning Outcomes

• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering; At the time of graduation students will: ¿ be proficient in mathematics to a level of differential equations ¿ have an understanding of the physics concepts of mechanics, electric circuits, thermodynamics, and optics. ¿ be knowledgeable in basic chemistry ¿ be competent in the knowledge of and applying engineering science as required for their majors
• An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data; Students will: ¿ be able to design experiments to efficiently collect data to test a hypothesis or design a component using, statistical and probabilistic methods ¿ be able to conduct experiments and collect information with an understanding of equipment and measurement systems. ¿ be capable of drawing and presenting conclusions from experimental results through data analysis using, experience in statistical and probabilistic methods and appropriate forms of graphical presentation of data. ¿ be able to design experiments to efficiently collect data to test a hypothesis or design a component using, statistical and probabilistic methods, basic sciences and engineering science background. ¿ be able to conduct experiments and collect information with, an understanding of equipment and measurement systems. ¿ be capable of drawing and presenting conclusions from experimental results.

The versatile skill set of electrical and computer engineers is in high demand across a range of industries, including energy, health care, aerospace, manufacturing, information technology and homeland security. Electrical and computer engineering is a hotbed of entrepreneurialism, welcoming new technology startups every year and often involving students at all levels of and contributing to advances in wireless technology, smart energy grids and the myriad electronic devices we use every day. Undergraduates pursuingthe Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering benefit from a program that integrates the two disciplines yet gives them the flexibility to focus on their interests in microelectronics, robotics, biomedical devices, software design, and power systems and signaling are just a few examples. All engineering programs at the University of Arizona are steeped in real-world experience. For example, students do actual design projects for company sponsors and research and development with faculty. Also, Electrical and Computer Engineering majors often graduate with certifications that allow for turnkey placement in coveted positions.

Interested in knowing what it takes to create sustainable communities today and for future generations? Learn about it all, from urban planning to land development. The Sustainable Communities Emphasis of the Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Built Environments program guides students to discover how local and regional planning creates more sustainable communities. Students explore climate action planning, transportation planning and urban development and build critical thinking skills and a solutions-based approach to navigate the urban challenges of the present and future. Students also learn how planning impacts and is influenced by the environment, and how to make cities more sustainable and resilient. This program prepares students to begin careers in sustainable communities and also serves as a strong launchpad for graduate studies.

The materials science and engineering degree program immerses you in hands-on study geared to discovering materials for products and technology, and finding new ways to use and improve existing ones. Materials science engineers research, design and develop polymers, metals, ceramics, composites, and other natural and synthetic materials to advance fields such as energy, health care, aerospace and defense. Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering work directly with the materials they study through smelting, composite manufacturing and glassblowing labs. Undergraduates gain research experience in the University of Arizona's world-renowned centers such as the Arizona Materials Lab and the Arizona Research Institute for Solar Energy and through interdisciplinary design projects. Careers for materials science engineers are linked to every field of engineering and science.

Learning Outcomes

• Communication Skills; Communicate effectively in verbal presentations, written reports and other media
• Engineering Tools and Use; Utilize modern engineering tools used in the profession
• Fundamental MSE and Engineering Principles; Apply the fundamentals of MSE and engineering, the interrelationship among processing, microstructure, properties and performance to solving problems
• Life-long Learning Skills; Use resources such as library facilities, data bases, professional society offerings, etc. as part of life-long learning
• Math, Physical Science, and Engineering Principles; Apply the fundamentals of mathematics, the physical and/or the life sciences and engineering principles to problem solving.
• Problem Solving in Context; Work individually and in teams in order to define alternative solutions from diverse knowledge bases and implement acceptable solutions in a local, national and global context
• Professional and Societal Responsibility; Value life-long learning and put into action responsibilities to the profession and society

Deepen your understanding of native communities in North America. In addition to studying languages, traditions and cultures, you'll learn about current issues facing these communities today. The study of American Indians and Alaska Natives establishes an understanding of the relationship between these communities and the U.S., and it sets the groundwork for a career in public policy, government and private business. Students in the Bachelor of Arts in American Indian Studies program explore history, cultural traditions (oral histories, literature, arts) and tribal governments. Students also learn the languages and examine the critical social and political issues in these communities. This holistic approach to studying the diverse native cultures in North America helps students develop a broad-reaching perspective of these important groups. Community service-oriented internships enhance coursework.