Program Overview
The Musicology at University of Victoria British Columbia is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Musicology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Victoria, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Musicology programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Selected Problems in Theory and Analysis
- Graduate Forum in Musicology
- Advanced Research Forum in Musicology
- Topics in Musicology Before 1750
- Topics in Musicology After 1750
- Comparative Topics in Musicology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Academic requirements for entrance:
- A BMus or BA in music or its equivalent from a recognized university (Musicology, Performance & Composition)
- A BMus, BSc, BEng or BA in music or its equivalent from a recognized university (Music Technology)
- At least a B+ average in the last two years (30 units) of undergraduate study
The following should be sent directly to University of Victoria Graduate Admissions:
- The Graduate Application
- Official transcripts
- Confidential letters of reference
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 5,428 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 4,722 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Victoria British Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Victoria British Columbia
University of Victoria British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university located in the municipalities of Oak Bay and Saanich, British Columbia, Canada. Established in 1903 as Victoria College, the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 24 months