Bachelor Of Arts (Honours) - Music - Upper Year Entry (QAQ) 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 to provide students with a flexible and inclusive education in music. This program allows students to explore various music genres and develop skills in performance, creation, and digital musicking. With a focus on contemporary cultural practices, the program prepares students for diverse career opportunities in the cultural industries. The degree can be completed in either a 4-year Honours format or a 3-year General format, making it ideal for those looking to balance their music studies with another discipline.

Program structure

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music program is structured to provide a comprehensive education in music while allowing for flexibility in course selection. Key features of the program include:

Program Length: 4 years for Honours degree; 3 years for General degree.
Opportunity to study a variety of music genres.
Ability to learn and play a range of instruments.
Exploration of sonic arts, including recording and production.
Courses available in music education, pedagogy, and entrepreneurship.
Audition opportunities for music ensembles and Major Theatrical Productions.

This program also offers options for students to pursue a Concurrent Education program (B.Mus/B.Ed) or an Undergraduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, enhancing their educational experience and career prospects.

Featured Experiences

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music program provides students with unique and valuable experiences, including:

Access to three distinct streams: Classical, Contemporary, and Digital Music and Sonic Arts.
Opportunities for hands-on learning through music ensembles and theatrical productions.
Collaboration with innovation researchers and industry leaders in courses focused on Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Creativity.
Engagement in digital music creation, production, and sound design.
Focus on developing skills in contemporary musicianship, including performance and arranging.

These experiences are designed to prepare students for meaningful careers in the evolving cultural industries.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Music program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

Music Educator: Teach music in schools or private settings, fostering students' musical talents and knowledge.
Music Producer: Oversee the production of music recordings, working with artists to shape their sound and vision.
Sound Designer: Create audio elements for various media, including film, video games, and live performances.
Music Therapist: Use music as a therapeutic tool to help individuals improve their emotional and mental well-being.
Arts Administrator: Manage arts organizations, focusing on programming, marketing, and community engagement.

These roles highlight the diverse opportunities available to graduates, allowing them to make significant contributions to the cultural landscape.

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 - Upper Year Entry (QAQ) program, the following academic requirements are specified:

General Requirements for International Students:

Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate) is required.
The minimum average needed to fall within the competitive range is approximately 8 out of 10 based on the Vietnam grading scale.

Program-Specific Requirements:

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

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If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the application process, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

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.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!