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Explore music theory, technology, musicianship, and other subjects while receiving four years of private training in piano, opera, orchestral instruments, voice, guitar, harpsichord, or organ. The Bachelor of Music program offers four specialized tracks: General Studies, Advanced Performance, Scholarship, or Composition. Each track includes four years of individual instrument or vocal lessons, ensemble participation (4 years), music scholarship courses (3 years), and non-music electives (4 years). Course requirements vary by specialization. Exceptional performers may pursue an Advanced Performance Major, focusing on orchestral instruments, opera, voice, piano, guitar, harpsichord, or organ.
Your career prospects
A UBC degree connects you with global perspectives, unlocks new possibilities, and leads to unexpected destinations. You'll graduate not only with specialized knowledge but also with adaptable skills for lifelong professional growth and development.
Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by school principal, head, or counsellor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.
English Language Admission Standard: Canadian Academic English Language assessment - Overall 70; Cambridge English Qualifications – 180; UBC Certificate in English – 600; International English Language Testing System (Academic) - 6.5, with no part less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (Academic) - Overall: 65, Reading: 60, Listening: 60, Writing: 60, Speaking: 60; Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test - Overall: 90, Reading: 22, Listening: 22, Writing: 21, Speaking: 21.