$11,313 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Music [M.Mus]
- University of Calgary offers a Master of Music with a duration of 2 years.
- The program is offered on a full-time basis.
- This is a thesis-based and performance-based program. Students are required to prepare a thesis and successfully defend an open oral defense.
- The program consists of eight courses.
- Diagnostic tests in music history and theory will be given at the start of the program and a comprehensive oral examination encompassing all areas of the chosen field is required following the completion of course work.
- Specializations:
- Composition
- Music Education
- Performance
- Sonic Arts
- The School of Creative and Performing Arts holds over 80 concerts per year.
- Seminar in Theory and Composition, Research Techniques and Bibliography of Music, Composition, three electives.
- Students must complete a graduate course in either Music Theory, Composition, Sonic Arts, or Music History and Literature.
- Students will also take Research Techniques and Bibliography of Music, two Advanced Performance Practicums, four electives.
- Students will complete a thesis, recital, performances, or a similar substantial project which is applicable to their program.
- The University of Calgary ranked 6th by Research Infosource in 2018 and in Top 5 for research performance in Canada.
- The Faculty of the department have received global recognition by winning awards like federal awards, Provincial awards, Indigenous awards, etc.
- The average salary after this program goes to 54,680 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $6182 | $6182 |
| Health Insurance | $248 | $248 |
| Books and supply | $225 | $225 |
| Compulsory Fees | $597 | $597 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $4062 | $4062 |
| Total Fees | $11313 | $11313 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 86 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 59 | 90 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 110 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Bachelor's degree (4-years) from a recognized institution or an equivalent degree from the university.
- The related fields include a UG degree in Mathematics, Social Science, Statistics, History of Economics, Political Economy.
- GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of an undergraduate degree.
Work Experience Eligibility:
- Students may also be considered who have good research work.
- For the thesis-based Master's program, admission is offered based upon publications, participation in research projects, and academic awards.
- It typically takes two years to complete, with a maximum of four years.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year Bachelor’s degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, completed a 3-year Bachelor's Degree must hold a Master's Degree.
- Or, have a CGPA of 8/10 (or 7.5/10 for IIT's only).
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, and it is recommended to submit the scores (minimum 300) for better a chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.