Logo of McGill University

Music: Music Technology (M.A.)

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

Official program page (opens in a new tab)

Music: Music Technology (M.A.) at McGill University in Montréal, Canada 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

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts in Music: Music Technology is a thesis-based research program offered by the Schulich School of Music. It focuses on the intersection of musical creation, technology, and scientific research, covering topics such as computer music, new media, musical acoustics, digital signal processing, human-computer interaction, synthesis and gestural control, music information retrieval, and music perception and cognition. Students develop skills in knowledge synthesis, research methodology, and academic writing while working toward an original thesis. The program benefits from mentoring by doctoral students and opportunities to present at conferences and co-author papers. Students have access to the Digital Composition Studio, state-of-the-art recording environments, performance spaces, research and production laboratories, and the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology (CIRMMT), an inter-institutional research centre with dedicated labs and workspaces. 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

“Grandescunt aucta labore”

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

View the full McGill University profile

Similar programs in Canada

More programs at McGill University

Other universities in Canada

Scholarships in Canada

  • Entrance Bursary Program
  • Greville Smith Scholarship — CAD 12,000
  • Major Entrance Scholarship — CAD 12,000
  • One-Year Entrance Scholarship — CAD 3,000
  • Schulich Leader Scholarship

Frequently asked questions

What degree does Music: Music Technology (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 Technology (M.A.) cost?

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

Browse all articles →

Spotted something outdated or missing?

Help us keep this page accurate — it takes about 30 seconds.

Free calculators and converters to plan your study-abroad journey.

Latest Articles

Fresh guides and advice for studying abroad.

View all →

Compare Compare