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    CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts

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    Vancouver, CAMMusIn-person2 years
    CA$19,768.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    19.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    3
    Cohort
    students
    33
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is a 33-credit, 2-year, in-person MMus program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$19,768.

    About the program

    The program requires students to present original works for a variety of instruments, ensembles, and electronic media, with at least 45 minutes of music performed in concerts and public venues. It includes coursework in composition, advanced orchestration, music theory electives, and other electives, culminating in a thesis of original compositions.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Overall score requirement: 90 (Reading 22, Writing 21, Speaking 21, Listening 22)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Overall score requirement: 6.5 (Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Listening 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months PGWP (Canada)

    CA$18,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is CA$19,768 across 33 required credits.
    Is CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ range (76% at UBC)
    How competitive is CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia?
    CompositionMaster of MusicFaculty of Arts at University of British Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 19.2%.