Overview

Features that make the Department of Music at the University of Prince Edward Island unique:

Dynamic, supportive, and inclusive environment
Small class sizes + accessible instructors = personalized experience
Comprehensive curriculum prepares you for success in graduate studies and diverse music careers
Access to professional-level work opportunities within PEI’s thriving music and theatre scene
New 400-seat performance space; newly renovated 200-seat recital hall
Bright, spacious practice rooms

Careers

Upon graduation, students will be prepared to continue studies at the graduate level in a wide array of specializations, including performance, musicology, conducting, music theory, composition, music therapy, sound recording, music education, ethnomusicology, collaborative piano, pedagogy, music technology, arts administration, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory
Aural Skills
Music and Culture
Applied Woodwind, Brass or Percussion
Applied Voice
Applied Piano
Applied Strings
Applied Organ

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Charlottetown, Canada

Disciplines

Music 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

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of Grade 12 examinations in a University Preparatory Program with an overall average of at least 70% (75% for Quebec Secondary V students) in the following subjects:

English;
one Social Studies or Language;
any 3 other academic courses. Grade 12 math recommended.
(Note: Grade 12 Math is a prerequisite for some 1st year Arts courses.)

In addition to these entrance requirements, candidates for the Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Education will demonstrate technical proficiency, musical expression, and learning potential on their instrument or voice.

A personal interview, audition, and diagnostic tests in theory and aural skills will be arranged prior to registration for each student wishing to enter a Music program.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16670 CAD / year

≈ 16670 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7630 CAD / year

≈ 7630 CAD / year

Living costs

Charlottetown

Canada

1080 - 1710 CAD / month

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

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Charlottetown

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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