Bachelor Of Arts (Honours) - Music (QA) at Queen's University - Program overview

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Program overview

Admission Requirements

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music at the DAN School of Drama and Music is designed for students who wish to explore music while balancing their studies with another discipline. This program offers a flexible approach, allowing students to engage with various music genres, learn multiple instruments, and delve into sonic arts, including recording and production. With a focus on inclusivity, the program features three streams: Contemporary, Classical, and Digital Music and Sonic Arts. This degree aims to prepare students for diverse career opportunities in the cultural industries, which are rapidly evolving and represent a significant sector in Canada.

Program structure

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music is structured to provide a comprehensive education in music while allowing for interdisciplinary studies. The program is designed to be completed in four years for the Honours degree or three years for the General degree. Key features of the program structure include:

Three distinct streams: Contemporary, Classical, and Digital Music and Sonic Arts.
Opportunities to participate in music ensembles and major theatrical productions.
Courses that cover a wide range of topics, including music education, pedagogy, and entrepreneurship.
Options to pursue a Concurrent Education program (B.Mus/B.Ed) or an Undergraduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Students are encouraged to audition for various music ensembles, enhancing their practical experience and collaboration skills.

Featured Experiences

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music program offers a variety of unique experiences that enrich the educational journey of students:

Participation in music ensembles and major theatrical productions, fostering collaboration and performance skills.
Access to courses in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Creativity, allowing students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
Opportunities for hands-on learning in sound design, music-based performance art, and digital music creation.
Engagement with industry leaders and innovation researchers to gain insights into the cultural industries.

These experiences are designed to prepare students for meaningful careers in the music sector.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada’s vibrant cultural industries. Here are some potential job options:

Music Educator: Teach music in schools or private settings, fostering the next generation of musicians.
Sound Designer: Create soundscapes for films, video games, and live performances, enhancing the auditory experience.
Music Producer: Oversee the production of music recordings, working closely with artists to shape their sound.
Arts Administrator: Manage arts organizations, coordinating events, funding, and community outreach.
Music Therapist: Use music as a therapeutic tool to help individuals improve their mental and emotional well-being.

These roles highlight the diverse opportunities available to graduates, allowing them to make significant contributions to the music industry and beyond.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Program overview

Academic Requirements

For the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Music program, the following academic requirements apply:

General Requirements for International Students:

High School Graduation Certificate: Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate).
Minimum average required for admission is approximately 8 out of 10 based on the Vietnam grading scale.

Program-Specific Requirements:

Music (QM)
- No prerequisite subjects.
- Personal audition, interview, and aural discrimination test are required.
Concurrent Education/Music (QMM)
- No prerequisite subjects.
- Personal audition, interview, and aural discrimination test are required.

Additional Information:

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

English Proficiency Requirements

If you did not study in an English-speaking country or if English is not your first language, you must prove your English proficiency through an English language test or the QBridge Language Pathway programs.

If an English Language test score is required, you will find it listed in your To Do List in your Solus student account. If you have been asked to submit an English language test and believe this does not apply to you, you may request a waiver. For more information, see English Proficiency Requirement Waivers below.

Queen’s University reserves the right to request an English language test result from any applicant at any time, when necessary.

Acceptable Proof of English Proficiency

The scores listed below are the minimum English Proficiency requirements for admission to our undergraduate degree programs. We strongly advise you to complete your test and submit your scores to us well before the published deadline. It may take several weeks before your test results are released until they reach Undergraduate Admission & Recruitment. The only acceptable way to submit your test results to Queen’s University is via the testing body.

To match your results to your application, please ensure that you use the same information as your application for admission to Queen’s. This includes first (given), surname (last/family name), date of birth, and gender. We are unable to match the results received with differing information.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS): A score of 6.5 on Academic Module with no band below 6.0
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
- iBT (Internet Based TOEFL)/4.5 overall: 4.0 Writing, 4.0 Speaking, 4.0 Reading, 4.0 Listening
- Paper Based TOEFL (PBT)/580 (TBC)
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Overall band of 70 with no band below 60
Queen’s School of English: Successful completion of QBridge Programming
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 60
Duolingo English Test: Minimum score 120
Cambridge English: 175, with no component below 170
LanguageCert Academic: 70, with no individual score below 65

English Language Proficiency test results are valid for a maximum of two years before beginning studies at Queen's.

If your current test result is below the requirements, you may automatically be qualified for a QBridge language pathway program. To be considered, you should be competitive for admission in all other aspects and submit any available language test scores. Submitting a language test score below the requirement will not harm your application. No separate application is required on OUAC.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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