MA in Music - Musicology in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto

Musicology encompasses the academic exploration of music in all its dimensions. In addition to performance and composition, musicians gain valuable insights by examining music's broader cultural impact and the evolving role of musicians throughout history and in modern society. This includes studying diverse musical genres, compositional techniques, stylistic developments, and expressive forms, while cultivating research abilities, analytical thinking, and articulate musical discourse. The University of Toronto's musicology department is renowned for its academic rigor, diverse research methodologies, and commitment to fostering students' research capabilities, creative thinking, and writing proficiency in music studies. Undergraduate students establish a solid musical foundation through two years of required courses covering music history and global music traditions. Advanced undergraduates can pursue specialized studies through various music history and musicology courses, with the option to complete a Music History and Theory major within the Bachelor of Music program. This flexible major allows students to focus specifically on Music History or Music Theory, or to create a combined program incorporating both disciplines.
Graduate studies offer an intellectually stimulating environment characterized by academic excellence, a close-knit community, and strong connections with Music Theory and Ethnomusicology programs, attracting outstanding candidates for both the coursework-based MA and research-focused PhD degrees. Beyond specialized seminars, graduate students engage with visiting scholars through regular colloquium sessions, student-led discussions, and interdisciplinary events across campus. All musicology graduate students receive UofT's comprehensive funding support and have access to professional development opportunities through teaching and research positions.