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Bachelor of Instrumental Performance
- Huntsville, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Music degree concentrating on instrumental performance.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain key concepts in Instrumental Performance. Apply knowledge in areas including 120 credit hours: theory I-IV
- musicianship
- structure and analysis
- music history
- . Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.
Career outcomes
- Arranger
- Music director
- Musician
- Composer
- Music teacher
- Performer
Curriculum
- 120 credit hours: theory I-IV
- musicianship
- structure and analysis
- music history
- survey of world music cultures
- individual applied performance study
- ensembles
- conducting and recitals. Remaining hours are completed with the SHSU core curriculum
- electives and the catalogue degree plan.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion (freshmen) or prior college work (transfer); official transcripts
- NACES evaluation if required
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion (freshmen) or prior college work (transfer); official transcripts, NACES evaluation if required
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 69
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 100
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,855 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Huntsville main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Media |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Institutional and program scholarships may be available; international eligibility and funding depend on the specific award. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
32 days leftProgram starts
June 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
183 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Aug 2027
261 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $21,855 USD per year. The application fee is $90 USD. The estimated living cost is $13,500 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 69, IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 100, IELTS Academic 6.