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Schulich School of Music Graduate Studies - McGill University

Music Composition (M.Mus)

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Degree:

Master

Field of Study:

Music Theory and Composition
Music, General

Description:

Students in the M.Mus. program develop their own individual voices through private instruction with some of Canada’s most accomplished composers, all of whom have distinguished themselves through high-profile commissions, performances, recordings, and awards. The faculty members' diverse interests ensure that students will find a suitable mentor/supervisor.

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Music Composition (M.Mus) at Schulich School of Music Graduate Studies - McGill University

Length:

2 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

International:

$13,505

Cost listed is per semester.

Careers:

Conductors, Composers and Arrangers Musicians and Singers

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*	75
Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. All students beginning graduate studies in Composition are required to take placement examinations in order to determine that their academic preparation in Music is sufficient. On the basis of the results of these examinations, incoming students may be required to take certain remedial courses in Music History and Theory and, depending on their area of specialization, other undergraduate courses as well. All of these then form an additional part of the students’ program of study.

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*

Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

All students beginning graduate studies in Composition are required to take placement examinations in order to determine that their academic preparation in Music is sufficient. On the basis of the results of these examinations, incoming students may be required to take certain remedial courses in Music History and Theory and, depending on their area of specialization, other undergraduate courses as well. All of these then form an additional part of the students’ program of study.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on November 22, 2022

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