Study Bachelor of Jazz Studies at University of Manitoba in Canada, Desautels Faculty of Music

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Our approach to jazz education is as innovative and dynamic as the music itself. Students learn the language of jazz through ongoing collaborations with leading musicians of the jazz world. Students study in a creative and collaborative environment and can shape their education to their aspirations.Our Bachelor of Jazz Studies program has raised Winnipeg's profile on the international jazz scene, creating regular opportunities for students to perform and collaborate with accomplished artists. This gives our students a chance to experience the creative partnerships and dynamic interplays that are the foundation of jazz music.The broad and comprehensive program of study focuses on the four disciplines jazz musicians must cultivate to achieve professional success performance, composition, arranging and pedagogy. Graduates are ready to pursue a career in any of these areas.

Which department am I in?

Desautels Faculty of Music

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$24,500.00 (US$ 17,610) per year

Manitoba International Student Health Insurance Plan (MISHP) - $400.00 for Fall

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

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Fort Garry campus (Main Campus)

66 Chancellors Cir,

University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus),

Winnipeg,

Manitoba,

R3T 5V6, Western Canada, Canada

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$24,500.00 (US$ 17,610) per year

Manitoba International Student Health Insurance Plan (MISHP) - $400.00 for Fall

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

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Fort Garry campus (Main Campus)

66 Chancellors Cir,

University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus),

Winnipeg,

Manitoba,

R3T 5V6, Western Canada, Canada

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Entry requirements

For international students

Direct entry applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college. Direct entry applicants require the followingManitoba high school graduation including 5 full credits at the Grade 12 level in courses designated S, G, U or CA minimum 70 average over the following, with no less than 60 in each courseEnglish 40SMathematics 40STwo academic 40S coursesAdvanced entry applicants are those who have completed one year (24 credit hours) or more of studies in another faculty at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.

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