MA/MS in Music Education at University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada is a master's degree in Music programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 12,837 per year (CAD 5,706 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Music
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 5,706 / year
International tuition: CAD 12,837 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This Master of Music in Music Education offers thesis-based and course-based pathways, both structured as two-year programs, though the course-based option is currently paused for updates and expected to reopen in September 2026. The curriculum covers music curriculum design, literature, pedagogy, and philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspectives on music education, along with critical issues affecting the discipline in school and community settings. Instruction is delivered in person on campus. Thesis-based students work with an advisory committee and pursue original research under faculty mentorship, with opportunities for teaching assistantships and graduate scholarships. No supervisor approval is required to submit an initial application. The program suits practising music educators seeking advanced pedagogical training and musicians interested in research-informed approaches to music education, whether their focus is classroom teaching, community music programs, or academic leadership in the field. It combines coursework in educational theory with practical engagement in teaching and, for thesis students, independent research culminating in a thesis.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (60 credit units), and a four-year Bachelor of Music degree (or equivalent). Three letters of recommendation are required (two academic, one academic or professional), along with a two-page maximum letter on reasons for graduate study and a CV showing at least two years of teaching experience or equivalent professional involvement in music education. English proficiency proof required if applicable. Application fee: $125 domestic, $145 international.
Application Details
Start Date:September (Fall only; no January intake)
