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BA/BS in Music (BMus)

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•THE 2026 #1201-1500

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BA/BS in Music (BMus) is a bachelor's degree in Music programme taught at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 36,624 per year (CAD 6,180 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Music
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 6,180 / year
International tuition: CAD 36,624 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: wlu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Bachelor of Music at Wilfrid Laurier University offers a flexible curriculum combining individual studio lessons, ensemble participation, keyboard and vocal foundations, ear training and music theory with the option to select from ten specializations: Composition, Music Education, Performance, Conducting, Musicology, Music Theory, Community Music, Pedagogy and Wellness, Afrodiasporic Music, and Small Group Performance. Students receive one-on-one instruction from faculty in their principal instrument or voice alongside coursework covering the theoretical, historical and practical foundations of music. The program encourages collaboration and cross-training across musical styles and traditions while allowing students to focus on the specialization most relevant to their interests and career goals. It is a four-year Honours program delivered on campus at Laurier's Waterloo campus, with a single intake each September. Graduates are prepared for careers in performance, composition, music education, community music and related fields, as well as further study at the graduate level, including Laurier's own Bachelor of Music Therapy pathway for eligible students after their second year.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario secondary school applicants need an average in the mid-70s, including English at a minimum of 60%. All applicants must complete a successful audition and an interview, and submit one reference letter; an optional digital portfolio may also be submitted but is not required.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Wilfrid Laurier University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1911
Students: 23,587
THE rank: #1201-1500
Programs: 143
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Music (BMus) award?

Wilfrid Laurier University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Music on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Music (BMus) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does BA/BS in Music (BMus) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 36,624 per year (CAD 6,180 per year for local students).

Can BA/BS in Music (BMus) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Wilfrid Laurier University.

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