This research-focused doctorate leads to the Philosophiae Doctor (Ph.D.) credential through a 90-credit program with two possible concentrations: musicology (research) and musicology (research-creation). Students develop an original thesis using methodologies such as historical study, research-creation or analysis. Up to seven credits of prior training may be recognized toward the program. Full-time or part-time study is possible. Admission requires written confirmation from a research director accepting to supervise the candidate before the application is submitted. The program has an estimated full-time duration of four years and admits students in the fall and winter sessions. Individual courses may be delivered at a distance, in hybrid format, or comodally.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.22 / 4.33
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a Master's degree in music with a thesis in musicology, or an equivalent diploma, with a minimum GPA of 3.22/4.33. Preparatory coursework may be imposed where prior training is judged insufficient. Written confirmation from a research director accepting to supervise the candidate is mandatory before admission. Required documents include a letter of motivation (maximum 750 words), samples of prior evaluated work, three assessment reports, and language test results. French proficiency is demonstrated by a TCF tout public score of at least 300/699 plus at least 2/20 on written expression; English proficiency is demonstrated by a TOEIC score of at least 675/990 or a Versant English Test score of at least 53/70.
