Apr 06, 2026  
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

Programs/Courses: Design, Art, and Performance


Programs and Courses offered from this College are listed below by school/department.  If a program is offered at the College level, “no active courses available” will be listed because the courses associated with that program are offered by the specific schools/departments associated with that program.

College of Design, Art and Performance (DP)

No active courses available.

Design, Art and Performance Dean’s Office (DPD)

No active courses available.

School of Architecture and Community Design (ARTD)

Programs

Courses

ARC - Architecture

  • ARC 5175 Computer Technology


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the application of computer technology in current architectural practice. The exploration of available software, programs, and computer services for word processing, information handling, specification writing, feasibility analysis, cost estimating, economic performance and life cycle cost analysis, project management, computer graphics, computer aided design and drafting.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5256 Design Theory


    Credit Hours: 3

    Survey of major schools of thought in design theory, methods of design and problem-solving, and design research. Traditional approaches to problem-solving and design in architecture; recent systematic as well as intuitive approaches to problem-solving based on developments in other fields. Scientific method; the systems approach and design.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5361 Core Design I


    Credit Hours: 9

    First of two semester Design Fundamentals/Design Graphics sequence focusing on design abstractions and analysis of the factors influencing conceptual design. Emphasis is placed on ordering principles, pattern recognition and utilization, and figure-ground relationships. Development of craftsmanship, drawing as a means to design, and perceptual acuity are stressed.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5362 Core Design II


    Credit Hours: 9

    Second of a two semester Design Fundamentals/Design Graphics sequence focusing on synthesis of design concepts and application of ordering principles in architectural design. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding and awareness of architectural elements and compositions. Students examine the work of significant architects and use it as a basis for design exploration. Graphic documentation, diagramming, and model studies are stressed.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5361 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5363 Core Design III


    Credit Hours: 6

    Study the various phases of the building delivery and design process and different approaches to ordering that process systematically. The student will use one such systematic approach in the investigation and development of design solutions for a project of moderate scale and complexity. Studies of ordering principles, scale and proportion, materiality, and contextual relationships.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5362 , ARC 5467 , ARC 5587 , ARC 5731  
    Corequisite(s): ARC 5689  
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5364 Advanced Design A


    Credit Hours: 6

    Application of orderly design processes to building projects of moderate complexity and scale. Continued investigation of the relationship between human behavior and the environment. Analysis and integration of site relationships into the development of design solutions. Legal aspects of zoning, building codes, and regulations regarding access for accessibility, fire escape, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5363 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): ARC 5588 , ARC 5467 

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5365 Advanced Design / Comprehensive Studio


    Credit Hours: 6

    Investigation of the interaction between user requirements, environmental determinants, site and urban context conditions, technological factors, and design intentions in the development of design solutions for projects of medium scale and complexity. Representation of these relationships and systems in diagrams and models, and their manifestation in design and construction details.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5363  with a minimum grade of C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5366 Advanced Design / Urban Design Studio


    Credit Hours: 6

    Design of medium to large scale, complex buildings. Issues of context/urbanism related to design of buildings. Design of integrated building systems: structure, skin, program, etc. Development of program of uses - both quantitative and qualitative.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5363  with a minimum grade of C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5467 Materials & Methods of Construction I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Overview of properties of primary construction materials and systems that make up building structures and enclosures. Emphasis on elements and assemblies relative to various climates, technologies, costs, building codes, and craftsmanship.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5470  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5470 Introduction to Technology


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to architectural technology, including structures, materials and methods of construction, and environmental controls. Overview of building systems and components and their integration into architectural design projects.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5587 Structures I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Review of static and mechanical principles of materials. Analysis and evaluation for appropriate selection of structural systems and elements. Analysis and design of timber and steel structures, based on moment, shear, and deflection. Fundamentals of wind and seismic design as they apply to wood and steel construction. Truss analysis, beam and column behavior.

    Prerequisite(s): Calculus, Physics, and ARC 5470 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5588 Structures II


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to the concepts and theories of structural analysis and design of reinforced concrete systems and elements, including practical application in building construction. Prestressing, post-tensioning, hybrid assemblies. Fundamentals of wind and seismic design. Formwork, placement, and assembly techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5587 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5689 Environmental Technology


    Credit Hours: 3

    Comprehensive overview of mechanical systems for buildings including: water and waste: fire protection and suppression; heating, cooling and controls; electric power distribution and illumination; communications; transportation systems, and acoustics.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5467 , ARC 5470  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5731 Architectural History I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Overview of the built environment from prehistory through the Middle Ages. Buildings and cities in their geographical, topographical, political, aesthetic, social, technological and economic context. Varieties of methodological approaches to the analysis of historical architecture. The focus will be on the built environment of Europe and the Mediterranean basin.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5732 Architectural History II


    Credit Hours: 3

    Overview of the built environment from the Renaissance to the present. Buildings and cities in their geographical, topographical, political, aesthetic, social, technological, and economic context. Study of various methodological approaches to the analysis of historic architecture, and development of student’s own approach. Emphasis will be on the built environment of Europe and America.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5793 History Abroad


    Credit Hours: 3

    Summer study abroad. Location and description varies from year to year.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5794 Florida Architectural History


    Credit Hours: 3

    An examination of the environmental, sociological, technological, political, economic, cultural, and other factors that influenced the discovery, growth, and urbanization of Florida as manifested by its architecture.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5920 Architectural Design Studio Abroad


    Credit Hours: 5

    Summer study abroad. Location and description varies from year to year.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 5931 Special Studies in Architecture


    Credit Hours: 1-5

    Variable titles offered on topics of special interest.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6287 Professional Practice I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction and overview of professional practice, emphasizing business, organization, management, and marketing. Legal, economic, and ethical aspects of project procurement, design services, and delivery. Contracts, owner-contractor-architect roles and responsibilities.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5364 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6288 Professional Practice II


    Credit Hours: 3

    Continued overview of professional practice, emphasizing legal, economic, and ethical aspects of practice. Project planning, funding, administration, risk management, and performance. Topics include: estimating, financing, life-cycle cost analysis, information resources and management.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 6287 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6367 Advanced Design / Open Studio


    Credit Hours: 6

    Open ended, topical, speculative studio engaged in critical thought, design process and architectural theory, depending on the specific faculty.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5363  with a minimum grade of C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6372 The Neighborhood


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduces students to the range of urban and suburban neighborhood typologies. We will discuss the purpose of the neighborhood as a physical and social construct, the history of neighborhoods, and the meaning of the neighborhood in present.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6373 Community Design Studio


    Credit Hours: 6

    The Community Design Studio is a six credit hour physical design lab course. Its focus is on design at the scale of urbanism – the metropolitan region, the city, the district, the block, the street, and the building complex.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): ARC 6398  
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6377 The City


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course studies the complex relationships between urban form, how cities are organized, and patterns in their design. The topics surrounding these relationships are centered on the built environment and how design is used as a tool for physical and social change.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6398 Introduction to Community and Urban Design


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduce community and urban design as an academic discipline and professional practice that incorporates architecture, planning, landscape architecture, real estate development, and engineering. Major topics include urban form, function, and perception.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6481 Design Development


    Credit Hours: 3

    The summary course of the building technology sequence in which construction, structural and environmental technologies are integrated within an architectural design project. Emphasis is placed on poetic and technical aspects of building systems.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5689 , ARC 5364 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6930 Special Topics in Urban and Community Design


    Credit Hours: 1-6

    Special topics related to urban and community design and planning issues.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6936 Research Methods in Architecture


    Credit Hours: 2

    A seminar course with the primary purpose of providing tools to conduct the independent research necessary for the two-semester, independent Master’s Thesis requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 6398 , ARC 5365 , ARC 6481  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6971 Master’s Thesis


    Credit Hours: 5

    This represents the most significant project and provides for a demonstration of the ability to synthesize learned skills into a convincing independent work of professional quality.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 5364 , ARC 5365 , ARC 5366 , ARC 6481 , ARC 6936  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6973 Masters’ Design Studio


    Credit Hours: 6

    Masters’ Studio serves as a terminal project and offers a range of possible urban design experiences to the MUCD student. The Masters’ Studio may take the form of a focused study between student and advisor, participation in a faculty grant, or this course may be a formal design studio led by one or more faculty. Topics are varied but must address large scale urban design issues.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 6373 with a minimum grade of C, ARC 5366 with a minimum grade of C, ARC 6398 with a minimum grade of C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6974 Master’s Project Planning


    Credit Hours: 2

    This course prepares students for their master’s project by exploring potential topics. Introduces concepts of architectural facility programming, methods of gathering, organization, analysis/evaluation of information needed for the project. Students study the process of writing proposals that clearly communicate the task, goals and objectives, proposed approach and procedure, and the expected outcome.

    Prerequisite(s): Two of ARC 5364 , ARC 5365 , ARC 5366  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design
  • ARC 6976 Terminal Master’s Project


    Credit Hours: 5

    Students will independently investigate an architectural topic of personal interest. The requirements include the submission of a research and design document and the preparation of juried presentation of the work.

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 6936 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Architecture and Community Design

School of Art and Art History (ARH)

Programs

Courses

ARH - Art History

  • ARH 5428 Cultural Encounters in Art


    Credit Hours: 4

    Focusing on the early modern period from roughly 1650 to 1850, this course considers how the mobility of art is intertwined with diplomatic and trade networks in the international arena.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ARH 5813 Methods of Art History


    Credit Hours: 4

    This course introduces students to various methods which art historians have used to analyze the form and content of individual works of art, and to various modes of historical explanation.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ARH 5816 Research in Art History


    Credit Hours: 4

    This course examines research methods and sources in art history.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ARH 6055 Art History


    Credit Hours: 1-4

    A contract for research in any elective area of Art History.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ARH 6798 Seminar in Art History


    Credit Hours: 4

    Various specialized topics in art history.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ARH 6891 Paris Art History


    Credit Hours: 4

    This course will explore issues central to the history and criticism of art through the rich visual culture that Paris offers. The goal of this course is to provide students with an experience of the cultural life of the city through an exploration of its major art collections, monuments, and historical sites.

    Prerequisite(s): At least 8 hours art history at the undergraduate level
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ARH 6972 Graduate Qualifying Research and Writing


    Credit Hours: 2

    Students will develop a qualifying paper within a defined area of inquiry in the history of art, demonstrating the ability to conduct art-historical research, to persuade by effective use of evidence and argument, and to write fluently and clearly.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History

ART - Art

  • ART 5390C Drawing


    Credit Hours: 4

    Advanced problems in various drawing techniques. Emphasis on individual creative expression. Repeatable.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 4320C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 5448C Intaglio


    Credit Hours: 4

    Investigations into more complex intaglio processes including photoengraving and color printing procedures. Emphasis on personal conceptual development in graphic media.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 5580C Painting


    Credit Hours: 4

    Research in painting

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 5740C Sculpture


    Credit Hours: 4

    Advanced problems in the various techniques of sculpture. Emphasis on individual creative expression. Repeatable.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2701C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 5790C Ceramics


    Credit Hours: 4

    Advanced problems in the various ceramic techniques, including throwing and glaze calculation. Repeatable.

    Prerequisite(s): ART 2750C
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6811 Paris Art Studio


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will explore the experience of modern life in the city as a source for art making. Projects will encourage students to encounter the dense and varied space and time of Paris toward a better understanding of the part that this city has played in the shaping of modern and post-modern sensibilities.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6816 MFA Graduate Seminar III


    Credit Hours: 3

    MFA students will analyze their experiences and explore options available to visual artists after completion of their degree.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6895 Graduate Seminar I


    Credit Hours: 3

    This seminar will expand students understanding of the complexities of contemporary art. Students will develop an awareness of current critical theories through readings, writings and discussions. 

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6896 Graduate Seminar II


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course facilitates a critical awareness of the self-reflexive nature of artistic vision within a larger cultural context including the relevance of one’s work in relationship to contemporary art theory. 

    Prerequisite(s): ART 6895  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6937 Graduate Instructional Methods


    Credit Hours: 1-4

    Special course to be used primarily for the training of graduate teaching assistants.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6940 Selected Topics in Art


    Credit Hours: 1-4

    Variable credit depending upon the scope and magnitude of the work agreed to by the student and the responsible member of the faculty.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6956 MFA Research Project


    Credit Hours: 2-19

    Development/Finalization of MFA Research Project, including the planning and realization of an exhibition and a written articulating ideas, processes, and sources related to the project. Usually taken during last year.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • ART 6971 Thesis: Master’s


    Credit Hours: 2-19

    Thesis: Master’s

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History

PGY - Photography

  • PGY 5619 Photojournalism I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Today, all journalists must know how to tell stories with words, photos and audio. Through ten still photo assignments, caption writing and a multimedia project with interview audio and natural sound, the craft of photojournalism will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History
  • PGY 5625 Photojournalism II


    Credit Hours: 3

    All journalists must know how to tell stories with words, photos and audio. Photojournalism assignments will emphasize advanced composition, lighting and caption writing. A multimedia project with interview audio and natural sound will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): PGY 5619 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Art and Art History

School of Music (MUS)

Programs

Courses

MUC - Music: Composition

  • MUC 5625 Jazz Composition


    Credit Hours: 2

    Private instruction in original composition.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUC 6251 Composition


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private instruction in original composition. 

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUC 6444 Electronic Music/Analog/Digital Systems Research I


    Credit Hours: 3

    State-of-the-art compositional and performance applications; new concepts of electronic music synthesis; documentation and critical analysis of new repertory.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUC 6445 Electronic Music/Analog/Digital Systems Research II


    Credit Hours: 3

    State-of-the-art compositional and performance applications; new concepts of electronic music synthesis; documentation and critical analysis of new repertory.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUC 6626 Jazz Composition


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private instruction in original composition.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUC 6930 Seminar in Jazz Compositional Styles


    Credit Hours: 2

    A seminar study of the major compositional figures in jazz. Oriented toward the continuing development of students’ own writing ability.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUE - Music Education

  • MUE 6097 Music, Medicine, & Myths


    Credit Hours: 2

    The course focuses on integration of the body, mind, and emotion in music learning and performing; causes, prevention, and treatment of music-related injury; rehabilitation and effective management of performance anxiety.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 6428 Learner-Centered Approaches in Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    Introduction to music teaching practices common in the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, and Australia, and embodied in fields outside music eduation in the U.S. Introduces students to the basic concepts of learner-centered pedagogy in music and provides hands-on pratice with learner-centered practices in music.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 6785 Research Design & Methods in Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    An overview of research traditions and the common research approaches used by music education researchers. Students learn about different types of research through various modules and reading and discussion.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 6428  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 6787 Literature Review in Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to assist the student in developing research skills focused upon the development of a literature review in music education.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 6785  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 6788 Research Data Collection in Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to assist the student in developing research skills focused upon data collection and analysis of data in music education.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 6785  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 6789 Research Report Writing in Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to guide students in writing up their research report after analyzing their data.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 6785  
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 6816 Music Perception


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course will provide you with an understanding of how we perceive, represent and process sound with consideration of the relevant methodology. We consider how music perception is acquired, from infancy to adulthood and how music perception may differ cross-culturally.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7746 Measurement & Evaluation in Music


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of traditional and contemporary approaches to the measurement, evaluation, and assessment of musical abilities, activities, and experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7748 Creativity Conceptions


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to help students understand the major waves of creativity research over the past several decades and how they impact their specific discipline.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7786 Qualitative Methods of Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course is designed to acquaint students with foundations, methods, and applications of qualitative research in education and music education.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7815 Social Psychology of Music


    Credit Hours: 3

    A critical examination of current findings regarding the phenomena of the psychology of musical behaviors including the investigation of musical acoustics, the measurement of musical abilities, and a comparative study of theories of learning related to musical learning.

    Prerequisite(s): graduate level educational psychology course
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7816 Music Cognition


    Credit Hours: 3

    Interdisciplinary approach to music perception, performance, and cognition. Discussion of neuroanatomy, auditory physiology, cognitive psychology, music perception, and music understanding, and their applications to music teaching and learning.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7825 Statistics for Music Educators I


    Credit Hours: 3

    Designed to provide students with statistical tools rooted in the social sciences to analyze quantitative data in the field of music education, including descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn concepts, techniques, methods, and applications through reading, discussion, exercise, project, and the use of computer application.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7826 Statistics for Music Educators II


    Credit Hours: 3

    Designed to provide students with statistical tools rooted in the social sciences to analyze quantitative data in the field of music education, including descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn concepts, techniques, methods, and applications through reading, discussion, exercise, project, and the use of computer applications.

    Prerequisite(s): MUE 7825 with a minimum grade of B
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7835 Philosophical and Historical Issues in Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    A course design to investigate the nature of philosophical issues as they pertain to music education theory and practice.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7935 Seminar on Music in Higher Education


    Credit Hours: 2

    The course will examine issues germane to the ways and contexts (liberal arts college, land grant college, research university, conservatory) in which music functions as a discipline in American higher education. It will trace its roots from the medieval European university (in the quadrivium) to the present. It also will speak to a range of contemporary issues, including but not limited to rank, promotion, tenure, creative activities as a research endeavor, accreditation, curricular innovation, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7939 Center for Music Education Research Seminar


    Credit Hours: 1-2

    Examination of theory and research in music education. Current research in music teaching and learning presented by faculty abd guests. Students develop their dissertation topics, preliminary review of literature, and present their research proposals. May be repeated 4 times for up to 6 credits. S/U Grading

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUE 7980 Dissertation


    Credit Hours: 2-19

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUG - Music: Conducting

  • MUG 6205 Advanced Choral Conducting


    Credit Hours: 2

    Combination of private study and laboratory experiences designed to teach conducting technique and rehearsal skills while encouraging leadership qualities in the choral conductor.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUG 6307 Advanced Wind Conducting I


    Credit Hours: 2

    Combination of lecture, seminar, laboratory and individual instruction experiences designed to provide development of advanced conducting skills.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUG 6308 Advanced Wind Conducting II


    Credit Hours: 2

    Continued development of graduate-level conducting students in advanced wind conducting techniques, including score study and rehearsal techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): MUG 6307 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUG 6309 Advanced Orchestral Conducting I


    Credit Hours: 2

    Introduction to graduate-level advanced orchestral conducting techniques, including score study and rehearsal techniques, with an emphasis on classroom applications.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUG 6315 Advanced Orchestral Conducting II


    Credit Hours: 2

    Continued development of graduate-level conducting students in advanced orchestral conducting techniques, including score study and rehearsal techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): MUG 6309 
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUG 6930 Advanced Choral Techniques


    Credit Hours: 3

    Study designed to provide rehearsal techniques, methods, and resources for the choral conductor. When possible, the choral faculty will present this course in a team-teaching fashion.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUH - Music: History/Musicology

  • MUH 6057 Intercultural Music in the 20th & 21st Centuries


    Credit Hours: 3

    An in-depth investigation of composers born after c. 1880, from all parts of the world, who have attempted to integrate elements from two or more cultures into their compositions.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUH 6376 The History of Blues and Rock


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the history of rock music: the essence of its musical language, its roots, evolution, styles, influences, social/cultural context, etc.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUL - Music Literature

  • MUL 6375 Twentieth Century Music Literature


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the literature, compositional techniques, and music philosophies of the major 20th century composers from Debussy to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6410 Keyboard Repertory I


    Credit Hours: 2

    A study of style, history, and performance practice in keyboard repertory including masterworks of all periods.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6411 Keyboard Repertory II


    Credit Hours: 2

    A study of style, history, and performance practice in keyboard repertory including masterworks of all periods.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6505 Symphonic Literature


    Credit Hours: 3

    A chronological study of the development of orchestral music; analysis and study of major works from a stylistic and biographical perspective.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6555 Band/Wind Ensemble Literature


    Credit Hours: 3

    Combination of seminar and classroom experiences designed to provide depth in historical study of band and wind ensemble literature. Rpt. Up to 9 hrs.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6565 Chamber Music Literature


    Credit Hours: 2

    This course covers the standard chamber music repertoire for piano and strings and focuses on specific chamber works–from the baroque sonata until major 20th century pieces.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6655 Choral Literature 1500-1800


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study and analysis of choral music from 1500-1800.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUL 6656 Choral Literature 1800-present


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study and analysis of choral music from 1800-present.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUM - Music: Commercial/Management/Administration

  • MUM 6006 Contemporary Music Career Issues


    Credit Hours: 3

    This course provides the basic knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to navigate and craft career paths in the changing musical world.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUN - Music Ensembles

  • MUN 6135 Symphonic Band


    Credit Hours: 1

    The Symphonic Band fosters the highest performance standards of wind and percussion literature. Although made up primarily of music majors, the course is open to all university students by comprehensive auditions. 

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6145 Wind Ensemble


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6215 University Orchestra


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6315 University Singers


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6345 Chamber Singers


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6385 University-Community Chorus


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6416 String Quartet


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6429 Woodwind Quintet


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6435 Brass Choir


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6445 Percussion Ensemble


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6455 Piano Ensemble


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6477 Collegium Musicum


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6715 Jazz Ensemble


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUN 6716 Jazz Chamber Ensemble


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university graduate students with the necessary proficiency in their performance media; study and performance of music for small combinations of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, and piano.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUO - Music: Opera/Musical Theatre

  • MUO 6505 Opera Workshop


    Credit Hours: 1

    Open to all university students with the necessary proficiency in their performing media; study and performance of music for large combination of voices, string, woodwind, brass or percussion instruments.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUS - Music

  • MUS 5905 Directed Study


    Credit Hours: 1-4

    Independent studies in the various areas of music.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6793 Techniques of Research in Music & Music Education


    Credit Hours: 3

    A study of the methods of research and professional bibliography and with an individual, formal project as a terminal requirement.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6806 Fit to Play: Mind-Body Integration for Musician


    Credit Hours: 2

    Designed to help develop healthy, injury-free and effective life and practice style primed for the rigorous physical and mental regimen required in music study.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): MVB, MVK, MVP, MVJ, MVS, MVV, MVW, MVX 5000-6000
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6900 Scientific Literature in Performing Arts Medicine


    Credit Hours: 3

    In-depth analysis of scientific literature on performing arts medicine, musicians’ occupational health risks, healthcare, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation of pain, injury, and performance anxiety, music’s effects on public health, and selected instrument-specific research.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6906 Independent Study


    Credit Hours: 1-19

    Independent study in which student must have a contract with an instructor.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6910 Directed Research


    Credit Hours: 1-19

    Directed research topics in various areas of Music. The student must have a contract with a faculty member that outlines the work to be completed, timeline and assessment to be used.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6946 Healthy Music Performance Medicine Practicum/Internship


    Credit Hours: 3

    Practicum/Internship in Healthy Music Performance Medicine allows for professional engagement through a multidisciplinary organization – the USF-PAMC, assist Fit to Play course, and practice of healthy music performance in a private studio and graduate teaching.

    Prerequisite(s): MUS 6097, MUS 6900
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUS 6976 Graduate Recital


    Credit Hours: 2

    Graduate Recital is a musical performance which is the culmination of developed skills and artistic interpretation through applied lessons and studio classes.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MUT - Music: Theory

  • MUT 6545 Analysis of 18th and 19th Century Music


    Credit Hours: 3

    An in-depth examination of the music of the 18th and 19th centuries. Students provide detailed analyses of selected works and read appropriate scholarly writings. Additional activities may include in-class presentations and a research paper.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUT 6575 Analysis of Twentieth Century Music


    Credit Hours: 3

    An in-depth examination of representative works. Students will learn analytical techniques such as set theory and 12-tons techniques, read scholarly articles, give in-class presentations, and write a research paper to gain an understanding of the theoretical and musical trends of the 20th-century.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUT 6586 Critical Analysis-History


    Credit Hours: 2

    A study of historical developments of music in western civilization. Emphasis on a different historical period each semester, from the Middle Ages through the Romantic Period.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUT 6665 Seminar Jazz Styles and Analysis


    Credit Hours: 2

    A studio course study of the improvised solos of the major innovators in jazz. Oriented toward the continuing development of students’ soloing ability.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MUT 6751 Music Theory Pedagogy


    Credit Hours: 3

    Surveys pedagogical methods and curriculum design in music theory courses. Intensive classroom activities include reading scholarly writings, teaching demonstrations, classroom observations, and curriculum development. Completing a music theory course syllabus that demonstrates a full-semester curriculum is required.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art & Performance | School of Music

MVB - Applied Music: Brasses

  • MVB 5251 Applied Trumpet


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVB 5253 Applied Trombone


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVB 5255 Applied Tuba


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVB 6451 Applied Trumpet


    Credit Hours: 4

    Required of all applied music majors. Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVB 6452 Applied French Horn


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by the faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVB 6453 Applied Trombone


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVB 6455 Applied Tuba


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MVJ - Applied Music: Jazz

  • MVJ 5250 Applied Jazz Piano Secondary


    Credit Hours: 2

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVJ 5253 Applied Jazz Guitar Secondary


    Credit Hours: 2

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVJ 5951 Applied Jazz Performance


    Credit Hours: 2

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVJ 6460 Applied Jazz Piano Major


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVJ 6463 Applied Jazz Guitar


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVJ 6469 Applied Jazz Percussion


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVJ 6952 Applied Jazz Performance


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MVK - Applied Music: Keyboard

  • MVK 5251 Applied Piano


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVK 6451 Applied Piano


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance ensemble.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVK 6475C Advanced Keyboard Skills


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    This course incorporates the knowledge of neuro-biomechanics and hand ergonomics in piano playing. The course helps pianists develop safe technical skills to master repertoires with physiologically sound techniques with informed artistic interpretation.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVK 6650 Graduate Piano Pedagogy I


    Credit Hours: 2

    Emphasis on techniques used in teaching the individual student in performance.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVK 6651 Graduate Piano Pedagogy II


    Credit Hours: 2

    Emphasis on techniques used in teaching the individual student in performance.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MVP - Applied Music: Percussion

  • MVP 6451 Applied Percussion


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency at junior level determined by faculty jury examination.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MVS - Applied Music: Strings

  • MVS 5251 Applied Violin


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVS 5253 Applied Cello


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVS 5254 Applied Double Bass


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVS 6451 Applied Violin


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audtion.  Required registration in major performance.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVS 6452 Applied Viola


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance ensemble.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVS 6453 Applied Violoncello


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance ensemble.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVS 6454 Applied Double Bass


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance ensemble.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music

MVV - Applied Music: Voice

  • MVV 5251 Applied Voice


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

    USF College of Design, Art, and Performance | School of Music
  • MVV 6451 Applied Voice


    Credit Hours: 4

    Private and class instruction. Necessary competency determined by faculty jury audition. Required registration in major performance ensemble.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

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MVW - Applied Music: Woodwinds

  • MVW 5251 Applied Flute


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

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  • MVW 5252 Applied Oboe


    Credit Hours: 2-4

    Private and class instruction.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

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School of Theatre and Dance (TRD)

Courses

THE - Theatre Studies and General Resources

  • THE 5909 Directed Studies


    Credit Hours: 1-6

    Independent studies in the various areas of Theatre. Course of study and credits must be assigned prior to registration.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

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  • THE 5931 Selected Topics in Theatre


    Credit Hours: 1-8

    The content of the course will be governed by the student demand and instructor interest. May be lecture or class discussion or studio format.

    Prerequisite(s): None
    Corequisite(s): None
    Co-Prerequisite(s): None

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