Northwestern Polytechnic

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Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education

Northwestern Polytechnic

Degree:Bachelor; University Transfer
Field of Study:Education, General
Music Teacher Education
Music, General
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,230
Scholarships:18
Careers:Post-secondary Teaching and Research AssistantsCollege and Other Vocational InstructorsSecondary School Teachers

Description:

The Combined Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education Degrees Program (BMus/BEd) is designed for students who want to pursue a career as a Music teacher. During this five-year program, Music Students take both Music courses and Education courses concurrently. Students who successfully complete this program are awarded both the Bachelor of Music Degree, and the Bachelor of Education Degree. Students apply for admission to the Bachelor of Music and are registered in that program for the first three years. Northwestern Polytechnic can offer students up to two years of appropriate course work for admission to year three at the University of Alberta. Students starting this program at Northwestern Polytechnic may apply for admission to the University for year two, after completing 33 credits or for year three, after completing 66 credits.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •   English 
Required: English 30-1. Any four chosen from Social Studies 30-1, a 30 level Language other than English, a second 30 level language other than English, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 or Mathematics 31, Science 30, one approved Fine Arts subject (Music 30 preferred).
Additional Admission Requirements:
    A performance audition is required before you are offered admission. Contact the Fine arts department to schedule an audition.
    Student must present Piano Proficiency before entrance in to third year. Please consult with the U of A for further details.
    Interview
    Music Theory and Aural Skills Placement Exam

    * 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 July 18, 2022