San Diego State University Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Diego State University lists for Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track transfers starts with MUSIC 105, MUSIC 106A and MUSIC 106B; the full list is below.

115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with SDSU for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

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California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track

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Major Requirements

San Diego State University Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track Major Preparation

The courses San Diego State University lists as Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are SDSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

Preparation for the major

Complete all of these

MUSIC 105 Introduction to Elements of Music
MUSIC 106A Aural Musicianship I
MUSIC 106B Aural Musicianship II
MUSIC 110A Piano - Elementary Class Instruction
MUSIC 110B Piano - Elementary Class Instruction
MUSIC 151 Introduction to Music
MUSIC 160 Introduction to Electro-Acoustic Music
MUSIC 162 Introduction to Recording and Sound Reinforcement
MUSIC 205A Comprehensive Musicianship
MUSIC 205B Comprehensive Musicianship
MUSIC 260 Electro-Acoustic Music Composition I
MUSIC 262 Intermediate Recording and Sound Reinforcement
MUSIC 290 Body Modalities
MUSIC 291 Yoga and Mindfulness for the Musician
THEA 120 Heritage of Storytelling
THEA 240 Theatre Design and Technology I

Complete 1 of these

CS 100 Computer Science Principles
CS 150 Introduction to Computer Programming and CS 150L Introductory Computer Programming Laboratory

Complete 2 units from these

MUSIC 170 SDSU University Choir
MUSIC 175 Marching Band
MUSIC 176 Wind Symphony
MUSIC 177 Symphonic Band
MUSIC 180 Symphony Orchestra
MUSIC 183 Opera Workshop
MUSIC 184 Opera Theatre
MUSIC 185 SDSU Treble Choir
MUSIC 186 SDSU Chamber Choir
MUSIC 189 Jazz Ensemble

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Diego State University have a Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track major for transfer students?

Yes. San Diego State University offers Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to San Diego State University for Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track?

San Diego State University's Music, Music Recording Technology and Audio Design Track major preparation includes MUSIC 105, MUSIC 106A, MUSIC 106B, MUSIC 110A, MUSIC 110B and MUSIC 151, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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