Study Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music (Honours) - Jazz and Gospel Music at York University in Canada,
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music (Honours) - Jazz and Gospel Music

Canada

What will I learn?

The Department of Music at York University was the first music program in Canada to include jazz as an integral part of its curriculum. A full range of courses, including private lessons, jazz theory and musicianship, small ensembles, jazz orchestra, and jazz history are offered each year. York University was also the first music program in Canada to include Gospel music, and today students can join the gospel choir as well as study gospel history and performance practice. Related courses include a rhythm and blues ensemble.

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$38,465.00 (US$ 27,648) per year
Health and Dental Care - 359

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Keele Campus

4700 Keele Street,

Toronto,

Ontario,

M3J1P3, Central Canada, Canada

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$38,465.00 (US$ 27,648) per year
Health and Dental Care - 359

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Keele Campus

4700 Keele Street,

Toronto,

Ontario,

M3J1P3, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

International Baccalaureate (IB) - IB Diploma with passes in six subjects: three passes at the Standard-level and three passes at the Higher-level, or two passes at the Standard-level and four passes at the Higher-level. Minimum IB Diploma point scores of 30 or higher is recommended (scores of 28 will be considered).Minimum 4 is required in each subject unless otherwise indicated. IB Certificate candidates with six subjects are considered for admission, Transfer credit granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, depending on the program (maximum 30 credits). Prerequisites listed correspond to Standard-or Higher-level.General Certificate of Education (GCE) - Minimum of two Advanced-level (A2) passes and three GCSE or IGCSE Ordinary-level (O-level) passes. Minimum average of “C” is required on Advanced-level and Ordinary-level passes. Grades of “E” are not considered. Prerequisite courses (minimum of “C” unless otherwise indicated) must be presented atthe Advanced-level. Transfer credits may be awarded for A level courses completed with a C or better.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About York University

York University is a top international teaching and research university that prepares students for meaningful careers around the world.

  • World top 4 per cent (QS World University Rankings, 2027)
  • Top 5 comprehensive university in Canada (Maclean's, 2025)
  • CAD 12m available in international entrance scholarships
  • Over 8,700 international students from over 160 countries

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