University of Victoria - Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Musicology (with Performance)

University of Victoria - Faculty of Graduate Studies

Faculty:Faculty of Graduate Studies
Degree:Master; Co-op
Field of Study:Music Performance, General
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,279
Careers:Musicians and Singers

Description:

The unique Master of Arts in Musicology (with Performance) allows qualified students to continue serious study of their instrument while completing an M.A. in Musicology. This program is intended for Musicology students who are proficient performers and who wish to continue serious study of their instrument while pursuing musicological research.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*78
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants must have a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Music with a minimum standing of B+. All Musicology students are required to demonstrate a good reading knowledge of German or French. Reading knowledge of an alternate foreign language may be substituted if necessary to the candidate’s intended field of specialization. The applicant’s present level of ability in this language should be indicated in the admission statement. Those who do not submit such evidence will be required to pass language examinations before work on the dissertation begins.
    Application Notes : Applicants for this program are required to submit two written examples of their work in the field of music history as well as the additional statement as described under the M.A. in Musicology, and either arrange for an audition or submit a tape as described under the admissions process for the M.Mus. in Performance.
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Portfolio
    • Auditions

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 18, 2022