Overview

On this Music programme from Douglas College strengthen your skills through private lessons in voice or your chosen instrument, and take music classes in music theory and history, performing ensembles and class piano. You’ll also have the option to audition for one of Douglas’s performance groups, where you’ll get live performing experience through concerts, recordings and festival appearances.

Key facts

The high ratio of faculty to students allows you plenty of one-on-one instruction. Our faculty members are active performers locally, nationally and internationally. They are committed to providing you with a learning experience that is both challenging and supportive.

Many Music Diploma graduates transfer to university to pursue careers as public-school music teachers. The diploma programme also provides a basis for further studies directed toward performance, composition, private teaching and other careers in music.

Career Pathways

Career opportunities include:

Composer/Arranger

Education Services Assistant

Music and Video Programme Assistant

Musical Theatre Teacher

Private Music Teacher

Record Company Sales Rep

Record Producer

Recording Artist

Recording, DJ & Sales Consultant

Voice Coach

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory of Tonal Music

Contemporary Instrumental Improvisation

Ear Training and Sight Singing

Class Piano

Concert Band

Jazz Ensemble

Keyboard Accompanying

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , International

More details

For domestic students applications close online at 4:00pm the Friday before the start of each semester.

Language

English

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110

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83

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56

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Westminster, Canada

Disciplines

Music Musicology View 110 other Bachelors in Music in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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56

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

General College Admission Requirements

English 12 with a minimum grade of "C" or approved substitution

Practical Audition. The student will perform music on his/her instrument or voice. To be placed in performance-level Studio Instruction courses, the student will demonstrate proficiency at the following minimum levels:

Keyboard: Grade 10 RCMT or equivalent

Guitar: Grade 5 RCMT or equivalent

All other instruments and voice: Grade 6 RCMT or equivalent

Theory Assessment. The student will demonstrate familiarity and fluency with musical rudiments.

Aural Skills Assessment. The student will demonstrate reliable pitch matching ability, accurate melodic memory, sight singing, and sight rhythm skills.

Intake Interview. The student will meet with a music faculty member to discuss their course plan and future goals.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

22770 CAD / year

≈ 22770 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

7660 CAD / year

≈ 7660 CAD / year

Living costs

New Westminster

Canada

1240 - 1930 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

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New Westminster

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