The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Performance (PBDP) is an advanced program for musicians who wish to further their performance skills in preparation for further study or professional activity at the highest level. Students study in a creative and collaborative environment and can tailor their studies to their interests.

Students who are eligible to be considered for direct admission to the Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Performance (PBDP) must:

• Be graduates of an undergraduate degree program from an accredited post-secondary institution recognized by the University of Manitoba (or equivalent, as deemed by the Desautels Faculty of --Music) in:
• Music
• OR
• Arts (Music major)
• OR
• Related degree, with sufficient background in the content area
• OR
• Related degree, with sufficient professional experience and accomplishment in the content area.

All prospective students must successfully pass the audition to be considered for the program.

Obtaining a second PBDP

Students who hold the PBDP from the University of Manitoba (or equivalent post-baccalaureate diploma from another institution) may apply for a second PBDP if studying a different applied instrument than that of their first PBDP in their major practical study, ensemble, and recital courses and if the remaining course credits taken do not duplicate those in their first PBDP.

Audition

Applicants must pass an entrance audition. The audition may be up to 30 minutes in length, which allows for 15 to 20 minutes of prepared music. If the music chosen exceeds this length, only portions of the audition repertoire may be heard. The audition will include a short interview. Students auditioning in-person must pay an audition fee.