BANGALORE CENTRAL CAMPUS
Open From: 08-Dec-2023
Open Until: 02-Jul-2024

Bachelor of Arts (Music-Western Classical, Psychology/Honours)

Music is an artform which enables expression throughout all areas of the experiences psychology scientifically pursues. The Music and Psychology programme provides an integrated understanding of both disciplines. The programme aims to develop musical, artistic and psychological skills in practical ways to build experience

grounded in scientific backing with familiarity in emerging technologies. Students who have secured 75% marks and above in the first six semesters are eligible to qualify for a 4-year degree (Honours / Honours with Research) in Psychology, or may be eligible to pursue an Honours degree in Music.

Why choose this course?

Dual focus: Western Classical Music & Psychology

Expert music faculty from across the world

Learner-centred NEP curriculum

Diverse Foundational Knowledge and Skill Set Development

Focus on Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Adaptive Skill Development

Unique Blend of Hands On Learning & Cutting Edge Research Integration

What you will learn?

Throughout the course, students will develop a deep and comprehensive understanding of their chosen performing arts discipline, whether it's acting, dance, music, or theatre.
Students will acquire the skills to critically analyse and assess different artworks to gain a deeper understanding of the creative process.
Students will learn to harness their creative abilities to transform their ideas into compelling performances, media productions or visual artworks.
Students will gain experience working in teams, learning how to collaborate effectively with professionals from diverse artistic backgrounds, fostering a spirit of innovation and adaptability.
Students will gain valuable insights into the music and creative media industry, including its history, current trends, and business practices. Students will explore how music and creative media can transcend borders and cultures, promoting cross-cultural understanding and addressing global issues.

Modules

Year 1

Introduction to Psychology.
Personality and Individual Differences
Brain and Behaviour
Holistic Education
Music Dialogues - I/II
Music Theory - I/II
Practical Fundamentals of Music - I/II
English
Theatre/Bharathanatyam- II/Carnatic Music-II

Year 2

Basic Social Psychology.
Summer Internship
Developmental Psychology
Holistic Education
Performance Specialisation - III/IV
Basic Cognitive Process
Functional Kannada / Functional Hindi / Basic Sanskrit / Foundation Tamil / A1 and A2 French
Music Dialogues - III
Music Philosophy and Modal Theory

Year 3

Health Psychology
Psychological Disorders
Organisational Psychology
Industraial Psychology
Performance Specialisation - V/VI
EHarmony and Musical Analysis / Choral Arrangement / Musical Theatre
Event Management / Music Pedagogy / Choir Conducting Techniques
Basic Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

Year 4

Performance Portfolio
Repertoire Analysis
Research Approaches in Music
Seminar and Publication
Research Manuscript
Research Philosophy
Field Work
Professional Performance

Career Prospects

Graduates can pursue a career as a performer, musicologist, theorist, composer, event manager or conductor of music.

With a background in psychology the students can work as an assistant psychologist or in areas such as nursing, social work, mental health work, services for individuals with disabilities, mentoring young offenders and work in social services is vital.

A graduate has the opportunity to work as educators in schools, colleges, community centers and private institutions teaching music and psychology

Graduates of music and psychology can either work for a performing arts company or practice as a professional.

Application Process

Applicants may apply for the programme from 8th December 2023. applications will be available online on the University website till the date applications will officially close.

Applications for each programme will close approximately a week before the scheduled selection process.

All applicants must visit the page: https://appstat.christuniversity.in and register by entering NAME (as printed on Class 10 Marks Card), EMAIL-ID, and set a password. (The email id and mobile number provided will be used for sending confirmation and application status-update messages). An applicant can apply for as many programmes using the same ID as long as the prescribed eligibility criteria for the specific programme is fulfilled.

Applicants must have the following documents prior to fill the application online:

Copy of statement of marks of Class 10, Class 12, and Degree Marks Cards (whichever is available years’/semesters marks card) (Mandatory).
Applicants applying For PGDIE Programme must have a Copy of statement of marks of Class 10, Class 12, Degree Marks Cards, BEd Marks Card and work experience letter (Joining Letter) if applying with work experience (Mandatory).
Fill-in all the details in the “detailed application” page. Scan and upload a recent passport-size photograph (3.5 cms x 4.5 cms formal dress with white background) and click “Submit”. On clicking Submit, a viewable and editable page will appear on the screen. In case you need to make any corrections; you may edit the data/details and then click “Confirm Submission”.
Make payment using the Card/UPI/Net Banking and after successful payment click on submit. A 9 (Nine) digit Application number will be generated. If unable to print the application form due to system/power/internet failure, log on to https://appstat.christuniversity.in, under the “Application Status” page enter the registered Email-ID and password to view and print the application form.

Important
Candidates falling under any of these categories (PIO / OCI / SAARC / AFRICA / ASEAN / OTHER FOREIGN NATIONALS) must send the required supporting documents (Copy of Passport, Copy of PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable, and a Copy of Class 10, Class 12 and Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (if result awaited, marks card till the last semester/year) in an A4 size Envelope ONLY through Registered Post / Courier to The Co-ordinator, Office of International Affairs, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road, Bengaluru - 560 029, Karnataka, India, Phone: +91 80 4012 9439
All candidates have to Upload all the qualification-related documents (Class 10, Class 12, and Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (if result awaited, marks card till the last semester/year)), in the given link on your application status login page under the document upload tab within five (5) days after submitting the application form online. Else your application will be rejected.

All applicants must take a print of the application form and keep it for reference, and make note of the username and password, application number, programme applied for, and selection process date for all further purposes.
The Important Dates section must be referred to prior to filling the application. Candidates must choose the selection process dates from available options while filling the application online.
No request for change of date will be entertained.
It is required to have all the original marks cards (Class 10, Class 12, and Undergraduate Degree Marks Card (if result awaited, marks card till the last semester/year)) and a photo identity card for verification at any stage of the selection process.

Office of Admissions will communicate with the applicant only through the university website www.christuniversity.in under the link “Application Status” or click the link: https://appstat.christuniversity.in

International Category

International students coming from Non-English speaking countries should:

produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores

Candidates without the above pre-qualifications will have to enroll either for

Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the Admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the option to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

NRI Category

Students who fall under any of the following classifications, at the time of application may apply under NRI Student category and be liable to pay the fees applicable to the category for the entire duration of the course.

NRI defined under the Indian Income Tax Law
Either of the parents is outside India (except Nepal) on Work Permit / Resident Permit.
Indian citizen financed by any Institution / agency outside India, even if parents are Residents of India.
Indian Citizen who has pursued studies for qualifying examination in any foreign / Indian syllabus outside India.
Indian citizen pursued studies for qualifying examination in foreign syllabi in India.

Note: If only condition 5 is satisfied, and not conditions 1 to 4 above, NRI student category fee will be applicable only for the first year.

For email queries: nri.admission@christuniversity.in

Admission Process

Selection process results will be available on https://appstat.christuniversity.in Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission. The offer will be valid upto the date mentioned in the Offer of admission.

All selected candidates must note that admission is provisional and subject to University rules.

Selected candidates must download the offer of admission on the ‘Application Status’ link on the University website.

To process admission

Candidates must choose the preferred date and time from available options to facilitate a smooth admission process.
Admission must be processed in person at the campus where the programme is offered as published in the offer of admission.
As per UGC guidelines, fee payment has to be made through online/NEFT mode.
Payment options and details will be available in the Offer of admission.
Fees for the first year including non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 5000/-must be paid in full as part of the admission process.

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

Copy of E-Admission card (Mandatory).
Copies of the NEFT / Online Payment Receipt (Mandatory).
Statement of Marks: Class 10, Class 12 (Mandatory).
Students pursuing their Undergraduate final year must bring the statement of marks up to the previous semester/year (Mandatory).
Provisional degree certificate, if the candidate has completed/graduated before June 2023 (Mandatory).
Degree certificate (Convocation Certificate), if the candidate has graduated before November 2023 (Mandatory).
Transfer Certificate (TC) of undergraduate/postgraduate degree from the last qualified institution (Mandatory) must be submitted by 20 September 2024.
Migration Certificate of an undergraduate degree from a qualifying University (applicable for all candidates except those studying in Karnataka) (Mandatory) must be submitted by 20 September 2024.
Candidates falling under any of these categories (NRI / PIO / OCI / SAARC / AFRICA / ASEAN / OTHER FOREIGN NATIONALS) should submit

Copy of Passport and Visa Details (Mandatory).
PIO / OCI have to produce a copy of the PIO / OCI card whichever is applicable (Mandatory).
Foreign Nationals has to submit the Medical Fitness Certificate (MFC) from any recognized medical practitioner certified by the Medical Council of India and (If available while applying)
Resident Permit (RP) (If available while applying)

All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification during the admission process.

An undertaking for pending original documents unavailable currently [applicable only for candidates writing/passing their exam in March – May – 2024], must be submitted to the Office of Admissions. These documents must be submitted on or before 20 September 2024.

Failure to submit the pending documents will be treated as unsuccessful in the qualifying examination or considered “Not Eligible” and admission will be terminated from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) without any claim.

All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process and must carry relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card).

The University ID card is a smart card, which is both an ID cum ATM card with a chip containing the student personal details. All transactions within the University campus after the commencement of classes, including fee payment, will be processed only through this card. It is also an access card for Library and other restricted places.

Selected candidates who fall under International student category (ISC) should register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO / FRO) of the Local Police in Bengaluru, India within 14 working days from the date of admission or arriving in Bengaluru.

The date of commencement of the academic Year 2024 will be intimated during the admission process.

Please Note:
The University does not collect any type of capitation/donation other than the fees mentioned in the website.
All those admitted to the programme will have to purchase a laptop at their own cost if required by the department.
Admitted students who wish to avail bank loan will be provided a recommendation letter on request by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
The decision of the admission committee is final and binding.

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

The University does not collect any type of Capitation / Donation other than the fee mentioned in the website.
If the Application is incomplete or incorrect, the University Management has the right to reject it.
Kindly do not send any original marks cards through post or courier.
Ignorance of the Terms, Conditions, and guidelines will not be considered as an excuse for non-fulfillment of any stipulated process.
The University shall allot the seat to the selected MBA (Central/Kengeri) candidate in the Bangalore Central campus or Kengeri campus based on the availability of seats.
All selected candidates must note that admission is provisional and subject to University rules.
It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for 2 years, there will be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.
Fees should be paid within the stipulated date for the first year and before the commencement of final examinations of the 2nd semester, 4th Semester, 6th Semester, and 8th Semester for the consecutive years.
All those admitted to the programme will have to purchase a laptop at their own cost.
Admitted student who wish to avail Bank Loan will be provided a recommendation letter on request by presenting the original fee paid receipt to the Office of Admissions.
The decision of the Admission Committee is final and binding.

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:

Bangalore Central Campus

The Office of Admissions,

CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road,

Bengaluru – 560 029, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 92430 80800
+91 80 4012 9400

Email IDs
Indian candidates: admissions@christuniversity.in
NRI candidates: nri.admission@christuniversity.in
International: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

Bangalore Kengeri Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Kanmanike, Kumbalgodu, Mysore Road,
Bengaluru – 560 074, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 80 4012 9800,
+91 80 4012 9802
+91 80 4012 9820

Email
admissions.kengeri@christuniversity.in

Delhi NCR Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

Bangalore Bannerghatta Road Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Hulimavu, Bannerghatta Road,
Bengaluru – 560 076, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 080 4655 1306

Email
admissions.bgr@christuniversity.in

Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Nagasandra, Near Tumkur Road,
Bengaluru 560 073, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 97422 44407
+91 80 6989 6666

Email
admissions.yeshwanthpur@christuniversity.in

Pune Lavasa Campus

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court, PO Dasve Lavasa, Mulshi, Pune – 412112, Maharashtra

Phone
1800-123-2009

Email
admission.lavasa@christuniversity.in

Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,
Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)

2024 UG & PG Selection Process Old

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:

APRIL ENTRANCE TEST TIMINGS (IST) : 09:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 03:30 PM

Undergraduate Programmes

Selection Process

Postgraduate Programmes

Selection Process

Eligibility

Students pursuing International curriculum must note that eligibility is according to AIU stipulations:

Applicants pursuing IB curriculum must have 3 HL and 3 SL with 24 credits.
Applicants pursuing GCE / Edexcel must have a minimum of 3 A levels with a grade not less than C.
It is preferred that applicants to the programme have at least some experience in reading western notation.
Please refer to the detailed Audition Guidelines below:

AUDITION GUIDELINES:
1. Apply as per guidelines stipulated to get the E-admit card
2. The Department of Western Music, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) currently offers practical specialisation only in Voice and Piano. Thus, we only accept candidates who are willing to specialise in either voice OR piano. Please note the guidelines below:

• Before attending the LIVE auditions and offline interview at the university, the candidate is to record a video of themselves performing TWO contrasting pieces: preferably from the western art traditions one technique-focused, another musicality-focused, according to the following guidelines:

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

Candidates are to state the sentence "This recording is for my 2024 audition for [name of programme applied] at CHRIST university. I will be performing [introduce your piece name and composer]"
If two separate recordings are made, this introductory sentence is to be repeated at the beginning of the second recording.
Ideally these pieces must be contrasting in styles (to display both technical and emotional abilities).
An individual piece is to be roughly 2-5 minutes in length as a minimum. No repeats within a piece are necessary.
The camera should be pointed in a way to show the performer (and Piano / keyboard if applying) clearly.
Ensure that the audio quality is sufficiently audible, and that your audition is recorded in one take. No editing of the video or the audio is allowed.
Posture and technique will be considered when watching your video.
Please refer to the sample repertoire mentioned below for voice and piano.

PLEASE NOTE: As already mentioned, currently we offer practical specialisations in only Voice and Piano
Therefore, the audition videos will be accepted for voice OR piano only, and NOT for any other instruments.
Also, The student can either opt to specialise in Voice OR Piano. NOT BOTH.
Candidate is to email a link to their recorded video to music.admissions@christuniversity.in by at least THREE days BEFORE the date of their interview, otherwise your interview will be forfeited.
Once recorded, the candidate is to upload their video to either Google Drive or YouTube with access and/or external viewing enabled so faculty can watch the recording.
During the interview with the department of music, each candidate will be asked to undertake some basic musical aural tests such as imitating rhythms and melodies; and will be interviewed based on their professionalism, attitude, academic and musical experiences.

Guidelines for Vocal auditions:
Submit a performance of two vocal works:

• One of the vocalizes of Vaccai (any of the list of choice – Intervals of Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth)
• Any simple Arias / Art songs.
• Please find below the sample list of arias and composers for vocal audition submission:

Caldara “Come Raggio di Sol”
Caldara ” Sebben, Crudele”
Pergolesi “NINA”
Giordani “Caro Mio Ben”
Scarlatti ” O Cessate di Piagarmi”
Caccini “Amarilli, Mia Bella”

• PLEASE NOTE: Additional Requirements for Voice:

A certificate from a certified ENT(MBBS) / phoniatric (no more than 6 months old) that shows a healthy throat / vocal condition.
It is preferred that applicants to the programme have at least some experience in reading western notation.

Guidelines for Piano auditions:
• Ideally any 2 Western classical piano pieces of the candidates choice.
• Sample list of composers: J.S. Bach, D. Scarlatti, Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn, Chopin, Liszt, Robert Schumann, Franz Schubert, Debussy, Ravel, Satie, to name a few.

The candidate is free to choose piano works by any of the western classical composers of their choice. The list above is only for reference.

• It is preferred that applicants to the programme have at least some experience in reading western notation.

Prerequisite Musical Knowledge
1. Read western music notation in treble and bass clefs.
2. Scribe western music notation with accuracy.
3. Name notes of all major; natural, harmonic and melodic minor scales.
4. Identify diatonic intervals and triads aurally. (Preferred)
5. Basic conducting patterns: 2/4; 3/4; 4/4; 6/8; 9/8 & 12/8. (Preferred)

Recommended Performance & Musical Background
1. Grade 6 practical certificate from any recognised music accreditation (ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall, AMEB, etc.).
2. Grade 5 theory certificate from any recognised music accreditation (ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall, AMEB, etc.).

Values Sought:
1. Studious disposition
2. Determined: Practices often
3. Leadership potential
4. Creative thinker
5. Pragmatic problem-solver
6. Emotionally expressive
7. Curious learner
8. Culturally open-minded
9. Optimistic

Requirements have been negotiated with industry representatives (Music academies, associations and societies in Bangalore)

Fee Structure - 2024

Year	# Karnataka	Other Indian States	NRI	SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN	Other Foreign Nationals	Time of Payment
1	110,000 INR	130,000 INR	200,000 INR	2,700 USD	3,200 USD	Within seven days of the declaration of the Selection Process Result
2	110,000 INR	130,000 INR	200,000 INR	2,700 USD	3,200 USD	On or before March 15, 2025
3	110,000 INR	130,000 INR	200,000 INR	2,700 USD	3,200 USD	On or before March 15, 2026
4	140,000 INR	170,000 INR	250,000 INR	4,000 USD	4,000 USD	On or before March 15, 2027

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for two years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).

To claim the Indian category fee, the candidates should have studied last 7 years in India. (Not applicable for OCI, PIO and Foreign Nationals).
Admission registration fee of INR 5000/- (US $80 for foreign nationals/PIO/OCI) is non-refundable in the event of cancellation of admission. This fee will be apart from cancellation charges if any applicable.
All Candidates If “Selected” after appearing for the final selection process, the fee may be paid through the following option: Payment can be made through Net banking / NEFT / RTGS Payment / Transfer of fees does not guarantee admission.

Bachelor of Arts (Music-Western Classical, Psychology/Honours)

Why choose this course?

Expert music faculty from across the world

Learner-centred NEP curriculum

Diverse Foundational Knowledge and Skill Set Development

Focus on Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Adaptive Skill Development

Unique Blend of Hands On Learning & Cutting Edge Research Integration

What you will learn?

Modules

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Career Prospects

Application Process

Applicants must have the following documents prior to fill the application online:

International Category

NRI Category

Admission Process

To process admission

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification during the admission process.

Failure to submit the pending documents will be treated as unsuccessful in the qualifying examination or considered “Not Eligible” and admission will be terminated from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) without any claim.

The date of commencement of the academic Year 2024 will be intimated during the admission process.

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

Admission Queries

2024 UG & PG Selection Process Old

Undergraduate Programmes

Selection Process

Postgraduate Programmes

Selection Process

Eligibility

Students pursuing International curriculum must note that eligibility is according to AIU stipulations:

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

Fee Structure - 2024

Programme Structure

Syllabus (Academic Year-2023)

Summary of the programme structure

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