Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- Ottawa (Main Campus), CanadaLocation
- MusicField of study
- bilingualLanguage of instruction
- Ottawa (Main Campus)Campus
- Bachelor of MusicAwards
- $42,059Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
It is the ideal place to nurture your passion for all things musical and to pursue the rigorous training needed for an active and successful career in the field. We maintain close ties with institutions such as the National Arts Centre (NAC) and the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra.
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Our program boasts music facilities and professors who perform around the globe and publish in academic journals. We are a full-service music school offering comprehensive training in performance, composition, music education, theory and musicology. Although any of our programs can pave the way for a career in education, musicology, music journalism or arts administration, the Bachelor of Music (BMus) is designed specifically for students wishing to become career musicians. Admission to the BMus therefore requires that you audition on your main instrument and demonstrate an intermediate or advanced level. This program is offered in English and in French. Additional requirement: admission to the BMus requires an audition. Consult the School of Music guidelines. All non-keyboard majors must submit to a proficiency exam set by the School of Music at the end of the 2nd year. This exam must be completed successfully by the end of the 4th year to obtain the BMus degree. Requirements for this program have been modified. Please consult the 2025-2026 calendars for the previous requirements. Course List CodeTitleUnits Basic Skills ENG 1100Workshop in Essay Writing3 Units 3 course units from:3 Units AHL 1100 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Study in the Arts 1 AHL 1900 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Study in the Arts 1 ENG 1120 Selected Topics in Literature and Composition Compulsory courses at the 1000 level MUS 1032Applied Music I: Performance BMUS 26 Units 3 course units from: 33 Units MUS 1191 Sight-Singing and Dictation I: General MUS 1194 Sight-Singing and Dictation I: Enriched Compulsory courses at the 2000 level MUS 2032Applied Music II: Performance BMUS 26 Units MUS 2306Theory and Analysis I 33 Units MUS 2307Theory and Analysis II3 Units MUS 2365Music: The Big Questions I3 Units MUS 2366Music: The Big Questions II3 Units 3 course units from:3 Units MUS 2191 Sight-Singing and Dictation II: General MUS 2
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum admission average: 75% (high school outside Canada). Prerequisite courses: English; Audition. OUAC code: OME. · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if the last three years of study were completed in English in an eligible country; uOttawa reserves the right to request a test at any time. · Application fee: CAD 104.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$42,059 CAD / year≈ $30,926 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsUniversity of Ottawa Admission Scholarship (automatic, full-time, direct-entry faculties or Civil Law): admission average 95-100% = CAD 3,000; 90-94.9% = CAD 2,000; 85-89.9% = CAD 1,000 (2026-2027). French Studies Bursary CAD 4,000 (CAD 1,000 per year) for students taking at least 9 units per term in French. International students enrolled in a French-language program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Source: uOttawa Scholarships and awards overview.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall: January 15, 2027 (international applicants; documents by February 15, 2027).
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
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- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
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Average rating
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Bachelor of Music (BMUS) cost?
CAD 42,059 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum admission average: 75% (high school outside Canada). Prerequisite courses: English; Audition. OUAC code: OME. · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if the last three years of study were completed in English in an eligible country; uOttawa reserves the right to request a test at any time. · Application fee: CAD 104.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
Is there a scholarship?
University of Ottawa Admission Scholarship (automatic, full-time, direct-entry faculties or Civil Law): admission average 95-100% = CAD 3,000; 90-94.9% = CAD 2,000; 85-89.9% = CAD 1,000 (2026-2027). French Studies Bursary CAD 4,000 (CAD 1,000 per year) for students taking at least 9 units per term in French. International students enrolled in a French-language program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Source: uOttawa Scholarships and awards overview.
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