BFA in Music - Music Performance in Montreal Canada | Concordia University

Concordia University | Montreal Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 30,650
(c. USD21,998.91)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Music has been an integral part of every known culture, feeding our emotions and intellect while inspiring our deepest feelings. For those passionate about creating music, Concordia's Music Major provides the freedom to shape your career path—whether in composition, songwriting, performance, artist management, or music therapy.

Through coursework and hands-on experience in our studios and practice spaces, you'll develop essential skills, knowledge, discipline, and real-world experience. After your foundational year, you can switch to specialized programs in Music Performance or Composition, or maintain the broader Major track for maximum versatility. Your journey will include opportunities to: Master composition techniques, songcraft, and orchestration, Join performance groups like the University Choir, Chamber Choir, or Contemporary Ensembles, Showcase your original capstone project publicly during your final year

Graduates emerge with the expertise, talent, and drive to thrive as professional musicians or continue into advanced studies. Enjoy access to state-of-the-art practice facilities, recording studios, numerous maintained pianos, and seven grand concert pianos. Performance opportunities abound in Concordia's premier venues and throughout the local music scene.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

High School: C+
ACT or SAT is NOT required
International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
British system of education (GCE):
A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results

Graduation from an accredited high school. Students at American curriculum schools should include a school profile with their admissions application.

IELTS - Score of 7 or higher, no component score under 5.5
TOEFL iBT - Score 90 or higher, with a minimum combined score of 34 for speaking and writing.
Duolingo - DET score of 120 and above with no subscore under 90

Tuition CAD 30,650

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