About the course

The School of Music offers the Master of Music (MMus) and the MA in Music. There are two streams: one in performance, the other being musical research. Performance studies are offered in piano, voice, orchestral instruments, and guitar.

　　The School of Music participates in collaborative programs in Feminist and Gender Studies and in Medieval and Renaissance Studies at the master's level (MA only).

　　The School also offers two graduate diplomas, one in piano pedagogy research and another in orchestral studies.

　　Our School of Music is one of the country?s leading music schools. Whether you want to perfect your instrumental skills with a Bachelor of Music (BMus) or pursue a deeper knowledge of music with a BA in Music, it is the ideal place to nurture your passion for all things musical and to pursue the rigorous training needed for an active and successful career in the field. We maintain ties with renowned institutions such as the National Arts Centre and the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra. You will have access to our state-of-the-art music facilities and internationally recognized professors, who perform around the globe and publish in leading academic journals. We are a full-service music school offering programs in performance, composition, music education, piano pedagogy, theory and musicology. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 16 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Ottawa
Fall (September), 2024	Ottawa
Winter (January), 2025	Ottawa
Fall (September), 2025	Ottawa
Winter (January), 2026	Ottawa

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Ottawa

Candidates are required to have one of the following:

　　A BMus.

　　A four-year honours BA in music.

　　A four-year BA with a major in music.

　　Or an equivalent degree or diploma.

　　A 75 percent (B+) average is required for the undergraduate degree or diploma.

　　TOEFL 580 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based)

　　TOEFL 92-93/IELTS 6.5 overall ? Individual 6.0 (Internet-based)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　177th / 1250

　　THE World ranking

　　

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