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Music: Music Education (M.A.)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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Offered by McGill University in Montréal, Canada, Music: Music Education (M.A.) is a master's degree in Music programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 10,674 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Music
International tuition: CAD 10,674 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts in Music: Music Education is a thesis-based program offered by the Schulich School of Music for studio- and classroom-based teachers and music educators. Seminars introduce research methodologies and critical thinking skills applied to current issues in music education, and students carry out original research culminating in a thesis. The program draws on community outreach and leadership initiatives, including the Global Leadership program, El Sistema, and Chamber Music Without Borders, and offers access to technology for studying performance physiology and modelling teaching practice. Multi-disciplinary seminars foster dialogue between educators and performers. Students have access to performance spaces, research and production laboratories, and the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology (CIRMMT). Admission requires an eligible bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and English-language proficiency. The program admits students for the Fall intake only.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA. English-language proficiency is required of applicants whose prior education was not in English. Each program may have additional specific admission requirements and required application documents.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Music: Music Education (M.A.) award?

McGill University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Music on completion of this programme.

How much does Music: Music Education (M.A.) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 10,674 per semester.

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