Western University

Music (BMus) - Music Education

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Program Information

School:Western University
Faculty:The Don Wright Faculty of Music
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Music Teacher Education
Description:Music moves us. Studying music can mean advancing your musicianship as well as your critical understanding of music and its context. With the Bachelor of Music program, you'll learn music skills, history and theory. You'll also benefit from private studio lessons and ensemble participation. In the Bachelor of Music (Honours) program, you can choose a specialization such as Music Education towards the end of the first year, once you have had the opportunity to assess your particular strengths and interests. Music Education will qualify you to teach with Ontario teaching certification at the Honours Specialist level. You can choose from a wide range of electives for a comprehensive program or you can specialize in elementary or secondary school vocal or instrumental music.
URL:Music (BMus) - Music Education at Western University
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $45,000

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English (ENG4U) 
Proficiency equivalent to the Royal Conservatory of Music Level 6 Piano and Level 6 Music Theory are strongly recommended before entrance. Royal Conservatory of Music Certificates are not required.



Please note that all course prerequisites pertain to an Ontario curriculum. For curricula in other parts of Canada or international countries, please refer to our Admissions Requirements website.
Application Notes : View our English Language Proficiency Requirements for more information.
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
The Required Admission Process includes an audition, two letters of recommendation, a questionnaire, music theory assessment.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on October 23, 2023