Required Core Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | C-ID Descriptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSC 003A | Music Theory Level 1 | 3 units | MUS 120 |
| MUSC 003B | Music Theory Level 2 | 3 units | MUS 130 |
| MUSC 004A | Music Theory Level 3 | 3 units | MUS 140 |
| MUSC 020A | Musicianship Level 1 | 1 unit | MUS 125 |
| MUSC 020B | Musicianship Level 2 | 1 unit | MUS 135 |
| MUSC 020C | Musicianship Level 3 | 1 unit | MUS 145 |
Large Ensemble Requirement
Complete a total of 4 units over a minimum of 4 semesters from the following list (4 semester, 1 unit each - MUSC 42,48, and 49 are 1 unit courses that must be repeated 4 times to meet CSU transfer requirement).
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | C-ID Descriptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSC 042 | Concert Choir | 1 unit | MUS 180 |
| MUSC 048 | Symphony Orchestra | 1 unit | MUS 185 |
| MUSC 049 | Symphonic Band | 1 unit | MUS 185 |
Applied Music Requirement
Complete a total of 4 units taken over a minimum of 4 semesters of one strand of MUSC 039ABCDEFG. (MUSC 039ABCDEFG is a 1 unit course, specific to instrument types, that must be repeated 4 times to meet CSU transfer requirement.)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | C-ID Descriptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSC 039A | Applied Music: Brass | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
| MUSC 039B | Applied Music: Woodwind | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
| MUSC 039C | Applied Music: Strings | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
| MUSC 039D | Applied Music: Percussion | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
| MUSC 039E | Applied Music: Piano | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
| MUSC 039F | Applied Music: Guitar | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
| MUSC 039G | Applied Music: Voice | 1 unit | MUS 160 |
List A Requirement (3-4 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | C-ID Descriptor |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSC 001 | Music History: Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque Periods | 3 units | MUS 105, 106 |
| MUSC 002 | Music History: Classical, Romantic and Contemporary Periods | 3 units | MUS 105, 106 |
| MUSC 004B | Music Theory Level 4 | 3 units | MUS 150 |
| MUSC 010 | Music Appreciation | 3 units | MUS 100 |
| MUSC 020D | Musicianship Level 4 | 1 unit | MUS 155 |
| MUSC 030A | Beginning Piano, Level 1 | 1 unit | MUS 170 |
| MUSC 030B | Beginning Piano, Level 2 | 1 unit | MUS 171 |
| MUSC 031A | Intermediate Piano Level 3 | 1 unit | MUS 172 |
Major Requirements: 23 - 24 units
CSU GE Breadth or IGETC for CSU Requirements: 37 or 39 units
Elective Units As Needed To Total 60 CSU Transferable Units
The Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing this transfer degree:
- will earn an Associate’s Degree from West Valley College
- are guaranteed admission to a campus in the CSU system
- will be prepared to start upper division coursework at the CSU
- will not need to complete more than 60 units after transfer
CSUs with Similar Majors
A complete and up-to-date listing of the similar CSU majors can be found by visiting adegreewithaguarantee.com
For more information, please speak with a counselor from Counseling or Transfer.
Important Notes
- Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units with an overall GPA of at least 2.0
- While a minimum of 2.0 GPA is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completing courses prior to transfer that satisfy the U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals requirement as part to the CSU GE-B or IGETC is highly recommended.
Learn more about Associate Degree for Transfer at West Valley College.