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University of Alberta

Edmonton , Alberta ,Canada

Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Education - Music - Secondary

Offering a combination of music and education courses, including individual instrumental lessons, music theory, music history and the professionally-required education courses, this program is designed primarily for those desiring to teach instrumental music in junior or senior high school; a choral component is also included. At the end of this five-year combined program, two degrees are granted: a Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education.

This program is designed primarily for those desiring to teach instrumental music in junior or senior high school. It offers a combination of music and education courses, including individual instrumental lessons, music theory, music history, and the professionally required education courses; a choral component is also included. At the end of this five-year combined program, two degrees are granted: a Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Education.

Why study Music at the University of Alberta?
The Bachelor of Music (BMus) program is the most intensive of all our music programs; admission is dependent upon a successful performance audition as well as the completion of a music rudiments placement test. Through our program you will have access to award-winning teachers, global researchers, and renowned performers in a warm, close-knit academic community. Whatever your interest – singing, piano performance, computer music composition, or music history – you will have ample instructional resources to guarantee success.


Why study at the University of Alberta?
The Faculty of Arts boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society. With over 900 distinct courses in the humanities, social sciences, and fine arts, you will find an academic pathway for you. Your studies will be enhanced by the rich insights that our nationally and internationally recognized faculty members bring to the classroom through unique insights drawn from their research and advancement of human knowledge. Academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Community Service-Learning and Arts Work Experience programs, will give you the tools to thrive in a diverse and increasingly complex workplace.

Intakes

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Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

EMPOWERING YOU WITH MORE THAN A PAYCHEQUE
At the U of A, we prioritize your well-being and provide exceptional total rewards to enhance your quality of life. In addition to competitive compensation, when you join our community, you may be eligible for:

Comprehensive health and dental plan, plus a health spending account
Defined benefit pension plan
Generous vacation and leave policies
Winter closure period
Tuition reimbursement for U of A courses
Access to recreation and sports facilities
On campus health care services
We have multiple employee groups with their own terms and conditions of employment. Please reference the job posting you are interested in to determine the applicable employee group and review the total rewards package offered.

Onboarding
We set the foundation for your success, foster a sense of belonging and empower you to make a positive impact.

Professional Development
Learning experiences to enhance your knowledge, skills, behaviors and mindset, as well as funding and reimbursement programs for eligible employees.

Leadership Programs
If you’re dedicated to engaging others in the pursuit of growth, we have exceptional leadership training opportunities available no matter your role.

PSW Opportunity

Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.

Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.

Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.

Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.

Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.

Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

India

CBSE and CISCE National Boards

Applicants completing Class XII

Applicants will be evaluated for Early Admission on presentation of the following:

  • Class X board results
  • Predicted Class XII grades

To obtain Final Admission and clear conditions:

  • Presenting final Class XII board results meeting the university's requirements and the information needed to verify them online
  • Applicants who were not offered Early Admission will be evaluated for Final Admission with final Class XII board results

Applicants who have already completed Class XII

Applicants will be evaluated for Final Admission based on the submission of final Class XII board results and the information needed to verify them online.

Indian State Boards

To be considered for a conditional offer, students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results. The offer will become unconditional upon receipt of the final Class XII board results meeting the university's requirements

UAlberta will accept one of the following:
Detail and conditions
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Internet Based (iBT), In-person or special at-home edition.
When requesting TOEFL scores, use:
Institution Code: 0963
Department Code: 00
iBT: At least 90 with a minimum score of 21 points in each section
 
Note: the PBT is no longer accepted
 
IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System)
In-person or IELTS Online
A score of at least 6.5 on the IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) with no band less than 6.0. The University of Alberta does not accept IELTS One Skill Retake (OSR) results for admissions. If your IELTS Academic test results in one sitting do not meet our requirements, you can consider taking another IELTS Academic test, or consider other ways to meet our English language requirement.
 
Duolingo English Test
 
This option is valid through the 2028-2029 admissions cycle.
 
120 for English Language Proficiency, with no subscore below 100
 
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language assessment) Either CAEL (paper) or CAEL CE (computer) A score of at least 70, with no band less than 60
CanTEST  (Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees) At least 4.5, with no part lower than 4
Cambridge English Scale  (formerly known as Certificate in Advanced English or Certificate of Proficiency in English)
At least 180 on the C1 Advanced, with no less than 170 in each skill
 
At least 180 on the C2 Proficiency with no less than 170 in each skill
 
PTE (Academic) (Pearson Test of English Academic)
In-person or PTE Academic Online At least 61, with no less than 60 in each communicative skill