Overview

This eight-month Independent Songwriting and Performance program from Seneca Polytechnic focuses on lyrical and melodic composition, performance and vocal skills, music theory and practice, and studio preparation. You’ll also receive essential technical and business training to help establish your artistic presence, navigate the marketplace, and develop the entrepreneurial skills needed to build a sustainable career in music.

Learning is hands-on, delivered through a combination of private instruction and traditional classroom lessons, all led by experienced professionals currently working in the music industry.

Your Career

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options you can explore:

Performance

Production

Music distribution

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Songwriting: Concepts and Craft

Performance

Studio Prep

Music Publishing

Music Theory

Lyric Lab

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

Seneca offers admission to students up to the first day of classes. However, applications will not be accepted once a program becomes full.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Music Music Composition Music Performance View 8 other Bachelors in Music Composition 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

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

4

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PTE Academic

58

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep

Trusted by 7M+ Students

Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant

English: Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent course

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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

24072 CAD / year

≈ 24072 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8534 CAD / year

≈ 8534 CAD / year

Additional Details

Domestic Tuition and Ancillary Fees: $4,267.17

International Tuition and Ancillary Fees: $12,035.52

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 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

Your Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Toronto

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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