Music Education

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies requirements, the Curriculum Studies graduate program requires a master’s degree with high standing in a relevant educational discipline and evidence of potential to carry out research.

1. A Master’s degree with high standing in a relevant educational discipline,
2. A sample of work demonstrating scholarly writing,
3. A letter of intent describing the focus of the proposed research,
4. The support of three referees, one of which must be from a member of your thesis supervisory committee.
5. For students possessing a thesis-based Master’s degree from other than a relevant educational discipline, it may be possible to proceed into the Ph.D. after taking the core course requirements of an appropriate Master’s degree in education at UBC.

Applicants to the doctoral program are encouraged to connect with and consult and Music Education faculty member before an application is submitted.

Designed for those with interest and potential in doing academic research.

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies requirements, the program normally requires:

1. One-two year/s of teacher education; or a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Education. In special circumstances teacher education may be waived for those applicants who have a university degree with sufficient standing and experience related to their proposed field of study.
2. Normally 18 credits of senior course work or a professional concentration in the area of interest.
3. Normally two years’ teaching experience or other relevant professional experience.

Designed for the professional interested in connecting theory and practice.

Same as for the MA. However, applicants for MEd must be inclined to focusing their studies on application of educational theory in their professional practice.

Please see link for information

The most important first step in applying for admission to our graduate program is finding and approaching a potential supervisor in the department. This gives you an opportunity to discuss the research you are interested in completing as a graduate student. We make every effort to match an applicant with a supervisor. However, if there are no supervisors available, we will not be able to offer an admission to an applicant. Anyone interested in applying for admission to graduate program in our department is advised to visit the Curriculum and Pedagogy website via the Faculty page to find faculty whose research aligns with their interests. There is a space in the application form for you to list your preferred supervisors.

Submit your application online

Complete the online application. To be considered for admission, submit your completed application including all supporting documents, by the deadlines noted below. Note: the online application will be open October 1.

For detailed application process and requirements, click here.

Please follow the instructions on the online application portal.

Early submissions are encouraged.

* The department deadline for receipt of completed, master program applications is December 1.
* References are due December 12.

* The department deadline for receipt of completed, doctoral program applications is December 1.
* References are due December 7.

Document type

1. Scanned copies of all official transcripts and degree certificates (if any). Submit | Online.
2. Three letters of recommendation (one of which for doctoral applicant must be from a member of the thesis supervisory committee). Submit | Online.
3. CV/resume. Submit | Online.
4. Evidence of English language proficiency. Submit | Online.
5. Sample of Writing for doctoral applicants (no more than ten pages). Submit | Online.
6. Any additional information. Submit | by email attachment to edcp.grad@ubc.ca.

Transcripts & Degree Certificates

Applicants will be asked to upload transcripts with their grade key (usually located on the back of the transcript). Even if the applicant does not yet have final marks on the transcript, we still require a copy as evidence of registration and academic progress (we do not accept printed student’s records).

Upload scanned transcripts and degree certificates (if any) online. Please be advised that if you are admitted you will be required to submit original transcripts and degree certificates (if any) in the SEALED and ENDORSED envelopes as soon as possible after admission is offered. Students are not allowed to register in courses until this requirement is met.

Statement of Intent for MA and PhD Applicants

In the application portal, you will be given the opportunity to add a Statement of Intent (maximum 2 pages) describing why you choose to pursue graduate studies at UBC and in which area of research you want to concentrate your work. For more information, click here.

Statement of Intent for MEd Applicants

Please write a summary of your reasons for wishing to enroll in the program of your choice, and what it is that you hope to achieve in completing this program.

Letters of Recommendation

We require three letters of recommendation (one of which for doctoral applicant must be from a member of the thesis supervisory committee). See detailed requirements.

Referees will be able to upload their letters once you have submitted your application, so please ensure that they are able to submit by the deadlines noted above and that you provide them with appropriate timelines.

Evidence of English Language Proficiency

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must present evidence of competency to pursue studies in the English language prior to the application deadline in December.
Test scores must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application, and official test scores ordered from the testing agency is required.

TOEFL minimum scores

Test Format | Minimum Score
Internet-based | 92 (minimum 22 on each component)
Computer-based | 237
Paper | 580

TOEFL Institution Code: 0965
TOEFL Department Code: 85

Detailed language requirements and other acceptable English proficiency tests

Permanent Residents

Permanent Residents are required to provide proof of immigration status and date of landing by submitting a copy of the Record of Landing Form or a copy of both the front and back of their Permanent Resident card.

Additional Information

You are welcome to submit additional information, regarding professional employment experience, publications, or awards, which you feel should be taken into account in considering your application. These can be sent by email attachment to edcp.grad@ubc.ca.