Bachelor of Music [B.Mus] (Composition and Theory)

University of Victoria

Bachelor of Music [B.Mus] (Composition and Theory)

  • Country Canada
  • Course Duration 4 years
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification English
  • Program Level Graduate
  • Education Required Undergraduate
  • Total Credits 67 Units
  • Admission intake September/ January
  • Minimum GPA 5
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Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
INR 9,151 INR 1,766,656

Program Description

  • BMus in Composition and Theory at the University of Victoria is offered as a 4-years program by the School of Music.
  • The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
  • The composition and theory section has a reputation for experimentation, innovation, and theoretical rigour.
  • Composition students receive three years of private lessons and classroom instruction in digital technologies.
  • Students will mix with performers, composers, recording artists, and scholars in an immersive, collaborative experience.
  • Students will create, produce and promote music as working professionals.
  • This course, ensembles, studio lessons, and recording technologies connect music of the past with the present.
  • The BMus program consists of a minimum of 67 units.

Other Requirements

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:
Applicants must hold Twelve years of academic preparation and one of the following:
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE) or All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) awarded after Standard XII with 75% (conditional offer with 80% on Grade 10 results)
  • Year 12 State Board Exams: Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC); applicants with excellent academic results will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Students must have a GPA of 5.0 on a scale of 9.0.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate with reputed institute with min 75%
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Extra Notes

Required Document List

The following required documents are:
  • Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
  • Recorded audition: One or more video recordings of applicants’ performing. Applicants can make separate recordings for each audition piece, and each piece should be played through in one take.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.