St. John's,
NL,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Ethnomusicology in St. Johns Canada | Memorial University of Newfoundland
Memorial University of Newfoundland
|
St. Johns Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
4,497
(c. USD3,227.7)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Ethnomusicology MA and PhD programs at Memorial University present distinctive pathways for those passionate about investigating music as a cultural phenomenon. These programs deliver comprehensive training in modern ethnomusicological theories and methodologies, alongside immersive explorations of ethnographic and historical music research. Memorial University's Ethnomusicology graduate studies bridge disciplines, combining offerings from both the School of Music and Folklore Department. Students gain hands-on experience through media production courses in radio and video. Based at the Research Centre for the Study of Music, Media, and Place (MMaP) - home to a Sundanese gamelan degung - the program attracts globally recognized scholars through its lecture series, residency programs, and international conferences. Students frequently engage with St. John's thriving traditional music community.
PhD – This doctoral program prepares scholars for academic careers or public sector cultural leadership roles. It focuses on critical examination of fundamental theoretical concepts in music-as-culture studies. Through coursework and comprehensive exam preparation, students build the foundation for significant independent research projects.
Program Length (Full-time):
MA: 2 years
PhD: 4 years
Location:
St. John's campus
Application Deadline:
Fall admission: January 15
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
PhD Masters degree in Music or an appropriate area of study in Humanities or Social Science with minimum B PLUS standing in graduate coursework
Applicants from a discipline other than Music will be expected to demonstrate the following skills 1 competent performance in any musical tradition as judged by a musician knowledgeable about the tradition 2 knowledge of culturally appropriate language for discussion of performance techniques in that tradition and 3 ability to discuss musical details on the basis of aural and or written sources as appropriate to that tradition
TOEFL - An aggregate score of 80 - 92 for graduate programs with higher English proficiency requirements.
IELTS Academic - An aggregate score of 6.5 - 7 for graduate programs with higher English proficiency requirements.
Duolingo English Test - An aggregate score of 115 - 125 for graduate programs with higher English proficiency requirements.
CAEL - A score between 50 and 60 in each of four bands with at least 2 band scores of 60
MET - A score of 59 percent.
Applicants from a discipline other than Music will be expected to demonstrate the following skills 1 competent performance in any musical tradition as judged by a musician knowledgeable about the tradition 2 knowledge of culturally appropriate language for discussion of performance techniques in that tradition and 3 ability to discuss musical details on the basis of aural and or written sources as appropriate to that tradition
TOEFL - An aggregate score of 80 - 92 for graduate programs with higher English proficiency requirements.
IELTS Academic - An aggregate score of 6.5 - 7 for graduate programs with higher English proficiency requirements.
Duolingo English Test - An aggregate score of 115 - 125 for graduate programs with higher English proficiency requirements.
CAEL - A score between 50 and 60 in each of four bands with at least 2 band scores of 60
MET - A score of 59 percent.
Tuition
CAD
4,497