Popular Music and Culture
University of Western OntarioProgram Overview
The Popular Music and Culture at University of Western Ontario is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 20 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 Popular Music and Culture 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: 20 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: London, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Popular Music and Culture 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
- Interdisciplinary Foundations of Media Theory
- Introduction to Popular Music Studies
- Listening to Popular Music
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Four year bachelors degree from an accredited university.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge of popular music and have the ability to manage the curriculum\'s diverse requirements. We suggest competence in one of the following areas: music history (including artists, genres, and repertoires); music technology; discography; music business; theory; performance; criticism.
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 6,798 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,111 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Western Ontario 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 Western Ontario
University of Western Ontario
London, Canada
public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 20 months
