B.A. (Performing Arts – Western Music – Instrumental, Psychology)
Duration
3 Years
Eligibility
Completed Class 12 / 10+2 or equivalent from any recognised board (Arts, Science, or Commerce) with a minimum of 45% marks. No specific stream restrictions.
The B.A. (Performing Arts – Western Music – Instrumental, Psychology) programme gives you the opportunity to combine professional training in Western instrumental music with the study of human behaviour, emotion, and cognition. You will develop creativity, performance skills, critical thinking, and emotional awareness through an interdisciplinary learning experience. The programme prepares you for careers in music, performing arts, education, media, counselling, and other creative and people-oriented fields.
Programme Overview
This programme offers students a unique blend of artistic practice and psychological understanding. Through instrumental performance, music theory, and psychology courses, students explore how music influences emotion, creativity, learning, and human interaction. The curriculum encourages both technical excellence and personal expression while helping students develop analytical, communication, and reflective skills. It is ideal for students who wish to combine a passion for music with an interest in human behaviour, performance, and creative industries.
Course Curriculum
01Popular Culture and Literature
02Personality and Individual Differences
03Economic Perspectives
04Understanding the Past
05Understanding Society
06Introduction to Media Information and Literacy
07Foreign Language (French / German / Spanish)
01Society, Culture and Change
02Understanding the Past
03Introduction to Performance Culture
04Critical Thinking
05Social Constructs of Gender
06Academic Writing for Beginners
01Discipline 1- Course 1
02Discipline 1- Course 2
03Discipline 1- Course 3
04Discipline 2- Course 1
05Discipline 2 Course 2
01Discipline 1 - Course 4
02Discipline 1 - Course 5
03Discipline 2 - Course 3
04Discipline 2 - Course 4
05Discipline 2 - Course 5
01Discipline 1 - Course 6
02Discipline 1 - Course 7
03Discipline 1 - Course 8
04Discipline 2 - Course 6
05Discipline 2 - Course 7
06Internship*
01Discipline 1 - Course 9
02Discipline 1 - Course 10
03Discipline 2 - Course 8
04Discipline 2 - Course 9
05Discipline 2 - Course 10
06Capstone Project
Programme Educational Objectives
PO1: Graduates will demonstrate strong critical thinking, analytical, and interpretive skills to examine texts, human behaviour, and social phenomena within appropriate cultural, historical, and theoretical frameworks.
PO2: Graduates will apply research methodologies, effective communication, and ethical reasoning in academic, professional, and societal contexts, supporting lifelong learning and responsible decision-making.
PO3: Graduates will integrate interdisciplinary perspectives from liberal arts and behavioural sciences to address complex human, organisational, and societal challenges.
PO4: Graduates will pursue higher education, research, and diverse career pathways as globally aware, socially responsible, and adaptable professionals committed to integrity and social impact.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
PO1: Disciplinary Knowledge: Apply foundational and advanced knowledge of liberal arts disciplines, including literature, psychology, social sciences, and related fields, to analyse human experience and societal structures.
PO2: Critical Thinking and Analysis: Critically evaluate texts, data, theories, and social phenomena using logical reasoning, evidence-based analysis, and contextual understanding.
PO3: Research Skills: Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative research using appropriate methodologies, tools, and ethical standards to generate and interpret knowledge.
PO4: Communication Skills: Communicate ideas, arguments, and research findings effectively through written, oral, and digital formats for academic, professional, and public audiences.
PO5: Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility: Ethical Reasoning and Social Responsibility: Demonstrate ethical reasoning, integrity, and social responsibility in academic inquiry, professional practice, and civic engagement.
PO6: Interdisciplinary Integration: Integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines to develop holistic approaches to complex human, cultural, and societal issues.
PO7: Global and Cultural Competence: Analyse global issues with sensitivity to cultural diversity, inclusivity, and cross-cultural perspectives in an interconnected world.
PO8: Lifelong Learning and Professional Development: Engage in independent learning, self-reflection, and skill enhancement to adapt to evolving academic, professional, and societal demands.
Programme Specific Outcomes
PO1: Integrate concepts, theories, and perspectives from the humanities and social sciences to interpret complex social, cultural, and institutional issues.
PO2: Analyse information, texts, and contexts using appropriate conceptual and methodological approaches.
PO3: Demonstrate interdisciplinary knowledge and transferable skills to address real- world challenges in professional and societal contexts.
The B.A. (Performing Arts – Western Music – Instrumental, Psychology) is a three-year full-time undergraduate degree that combines practical instrumental music training with a foundation in psychological theory and its applications.
While detailed semester-wise curriculum information isn’t publicly listed, this interdisciplinary programme typically integrates instrumental Western music training and performance with core psychology subjects such as human development, cognitive processes, social psychology and research methods.
Yes, as a performing arts degree, this programme emphasises hands-on instrumental music practice and performance opportunities alongside psychology coursework, giving you practical exposure within both disciplines.
Applicants are usually expected to have completed Class 12 (10 + 2) or an equivalent qualification from a recognised board. For detailed eligibility requirements, including any audition or portfolio expectations, please refer to the university’s admissions office or official notifications.
Graduates may pursue roles in music performance, music education, arts management, community arts programmes, music therapy support roles (where appropriate), research assistance and psychology-related roles, as well as further study in music or psychology-related fields.
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