Master of Arts in Music [Research Based]

University of Ottawa

For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage.Candidates are required to have one of the following:A BMus.A four-year honours BA in music.A four-year BA with a major in music.Or an equivalent degree or diploma.A 75 percent (B+) average is required for the undergraduate degree or diploma. If the degree is from a conservatory, it is deemed equivalent if so indicated on the transcript, or if the total course work is equivalent, to a four-year BA, and includes the equivalent of 6 units in music history and 6 units in music theory. In addition, applicants must perform an audition or submit an example of writing from undergraduate work in music history or music theory. The choice of evaluation depends on whether the student wishes to pursue the performance stream or the musicology/theory stream. Applicants may be asked to take placement tests in music history, music theory or aural skills. If remedial work is necessary, deficiencies must be remedied by the end of the first year.