Victoria,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Music in Performance - String Quartet in Victoria Canada | University of Victoria
University of Victoria
|
Victoria Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
8,238
(c. USD5,910.9)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Our performance program combines practical training with experiential learning in a team-oriented setting. You'll get customized instruction and performance-focused opportunities in solo, chamber, and large ensemble formats.
The curriculum also features seminar courses covering music theory, historical context, and stylistic interpretation. The MMus degree can additionally function as a stepping stone to advanced research at the DMA/PhD level.
Program Benefits
Participants in this program will:
refine ensemble skills and concentration, master diverse repertoire across historical periods to ready themselves for professional performance
cultivate a unified ensemble sound (through bow technique, vibrato control, articulation, and expressive tuning)
achieve clarity and harmony in group performance that effectively translates written music into compelling audience experiences
acquire essential business knowledge for building a career as a string quartet
receive assistance in networking and competition participation to advance professional and artistic growth
engage in discussions and workshops addressing the unique demands of intensive collaboration, promoting leadership, teamwork, constructive dialogue, and mutual respect—valuable life skills extending beyond musical performance
The UVic School of Music provides a comprehensive two-year program to equip students for professional careers in performance, arts management, and academic research. Each student benefits from outstanding training and personalized performance projects aligned with their aspirations.
Our programs help students establish themselves professionally throughout Victoria and the Pacific Northwest, with opportunities ranging from artistic collaborations and media projects to music technology innovation and arts leadership roles.
To witness our graduates' achievements and their creative initiatives as performers, event coordinators, arts administrators, and researchers, explore our network connections and graduate success stories.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Start by reviewing the graduate school admission requirements, then view the additional requirements for our graduate music programs.
Some programs have audition requirements.
Applicants are generally expected to have a BMus or BA in Music.
Applicants should have at least a B+ (or 6/9) average during the last two years of undergraduate study, all students must meet the University minimum academic requirements.
Most of our degrees require two years of resident study, a final project/recital, and an oral examination (see our detailed course requirements).
English Language Proficiency Requirement: minimum IELTS 6.5 (no sub score below 6.0) / TOEFL minimum 90 (no section less than 20) or equivalent
Some programs have audition requirements.
Applicants are generally expected to have a BMus or BA in Music.
Applicants should have at least a B+ (or 6/9) average during the last two years of undergraduate study, all students must meet the University minimum academic requirements.
Most of our degrees require two years of resident study, a final project/recital, and an oral examination (see our detailed course requirements).
English Language Proficiency Requirement: minimum IELTS 6.5 (no sub score below 6.0) / TOEFL minimum 90 (no section less than 20) or equivalent
Tuition
CAD
8,238