Overview
We feature small classes and individual attention to enable students to reach their full potential.
We pride ourselves on innovative teaching methods supported by the latest technology, and in providing a friendly, supportive environment with approachable, caring faculty. Our curriculum is designed to offer students considerable input into the structure of their degree.
Program Learning Outcomes
- The Music program at McMaster University gives students a thorough grounding in the four fundamental areas of music instruction – theory, general musicianship, history and performance – and allows students who are interested in teaching careers to specialize in Music Education, while those interested in academic studies and graduate school may emphasize such topics as Music History and Music Theory.
- Students may also choose our groundbreaking new specialization in Music Cognition, which explores exciting new research into how music is perceived in the brain and how music intersects with other aspects of intellectual development.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Singing
- Woodwinds
- Constructing Counterpoint
- Orchestration and Arranging '
- Brass Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Music View 110 other Bachelors in Music in CanadaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- American Curriculum High School applications are reviewed for admission based on McMaster’s own calculation of the admission average. McMaster’s calculations of the admission averages may vary from those used at other institutions.
- IB: 6 subjects – 3 at HL and 3 at SL Plus the TOK and EE; Math SL or HL will be accepted
Tuition Fee
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International
45150 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1505 CAD per credit during 48 months. -
National
7200 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 240 CAD per credit during 48 months.
Ontario students: $201.42 per unit
Living costs for Hamilton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Music.
Available Scholarships
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