PhD in Music

About this programme

​Hone your talents under the direction of distinguished faculty members at the School of Creative and Performing Arts. The school provides a wide range of opportunities for intensive study in composition, electroacoustic media, musicology, music history, multimedia, sound spatialization, sonic arts and more. Students are encouraged to explore an integrative approach to performance practice, interdisciplinary research and creative activity. The School of Creative and Performing Arts holds over 80 concerts per year. Students will have a unique opportunity to experience and perform music in the Rozsa Centre`s Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, one of Western Canada's premiere recital facilities. Additional Courses: Topics may include musicology, composition, electroacoustic music, computer music, theory and others. Music Education Specialization: Requires an interdisciplinary course designed by the student and supervisor. Thesis: Students specializing in Music Education will complete a substantial research project. Specializations listed with an * are currently suspended and not accepting applications Students are required to prepare a thesis and successful defend in an open oral defense/. See the Graduate Calendar for information on fees and fee regulations, and for information on awards and financial assistance . Learn about faculty available to supervise this degree. Please note: additional supervisors may be available. Contact the program for more information. A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course e