| Whether your interests are in performing, studying music in culture or teaching music, the Bachelor of Music (BMus) will prepare you for a compelling future. Gain a solid grounding in the study of a wide variety of musical instruments and traditions while developing a strong background in performance, composition and analysis. Develop strong critical-thinking skills through the exploration of intellectual and applied perspectives such as community music practice, ethnomusicology, Canadian music studies, improvisation studies, disability studies, Indigenous studies, critical theory and historical musicology. Practicum placements are available at various arts, education and media organizations. Our ensembles include choir, chamber music, guitar, roots, jazz, jazz-rock fusion, music theatre, opera, West African drumming, the Carleton-Ottawa Symphony Orchestra chamber ensemble and more. Admission to the BMus program requires the submission of a Creative Practice Portfolio that best showcases your work. Whether you are a classical or jazz musician, a singer-songwriter, a traditional fiddler, bagpiper, heavy metal guitarist, a DJ/ turntablist/beat producer, computer musician, sound artist, or composer, we welcome your application. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 to 77 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
English (ENG4U) is recommended.. |
| Application Notes : | Students must demonstrate strong English language skills. For information on English language requirements for future international students, visit our website: https://admissions.carleton.ca/esl |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Early deadline and Creative Practice Portfolio submissions deadline is March 1.
https://admissions.carleton.ca/additional-admission-requirements/ |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.