The Bachelor of Arts in Music at the University of the Pacific offers you a comprehensive exploration of music within the broader context of the liberal arts and sciences. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you seek a foundational understanding of music's historical, theoretical, and practical dimensions, preparing you for diverse future pathways. You will engage with core musical concepts, including music theory, musicianship, and music history, while also fulfilling essential general education requirements that foster critical thinking and a broad intellectual perspective.
This full-time, on-campus programme is typically studied over four years, allowing you to delve deeply into your musical interests. You will participate in ensemble performances, receive applied music instruction, and select from a range of music electives, such as composition or music technology. The curriculum is structured to provide a robust musical education, complemented by breadth requirements and a diversity and inclusion focus. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, ready for further academic pursuits or a variety of careers where creativity and analytical thinking are valued.