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USC Catalogue 2016-2017 
    
USC Catalogue 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOGUE]

Multiple Subject, Single Subject and Single Subject (Music Education) (MAT)


The Master of Arts in Teaching is designed for individuals who wish to complete requirements for a California preliminary teaching credential or to strengthen their ability to facilitate learning for all students in a K–12 environment (non-credential). Three programs are available: Multiple Subject, Single Subject and Single Subject (Music Education).

Multiple Subject

The MAT Multiple Subject is designed for those interested in teaching at the elementary level. The non-credential option requires a minimum of 30 units; the credential option requires a minimum of 32 units.

Single Subject

The MAT Single Subject is designed for those interested in teaching at the secondary level. The emphasis offers specializations in English, science (biological sciences, chemistry, geoscience or physics), mathematics and social science. The non-credential option requires a minimum of 30 units; the credential option requires a minimum of 32 units.

Single Subject (Music Education)

The MAT Single Subject (Music Education) offers two tracks: choral/general and instrumental. A minimum of 35 units is required.

The Multiple Subject and Single Subject emphases are available online.

Additional course work for the Bilingual Authorization:


Single Subject


Single Subject (Music Education)


Additional course work for Instrumental Track


Additional course work for Choral/General Track