Bachelor of Arts Music Program

The Bachelor of Arts Music Program is the academic study of music. If you apply to the Bachelor of Arts, an audition is not required but an admissions interview is.

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Major in Music / Honours Specialization in Music
  • Academic study of music
  • Emphasis on Western Art Music
Major in Popular Music Studies
  • Songwriting & Production
  • Popular Music & Culture
Specialization in Music Administrative Studies
  • Core academic music courses
  • Core undergraduate business courses
Several combined options are available, including a combined business degree with the Ivey Business School and the new Creative Arts and Production program.

Admission/Interview Process

The Bachelor of Arts – Music program does not include studio lessons in the degree requirements. An interview will be required where we discuss prior musical experience and future goals.

Full application requirements, including admission forms, and interview registration can be found on our How to Apply webpage.


Optional studio lessons may be taken to fulfill the degree requirements with a supplemental fee. Or students who want to enroll in a program that includes studio lessons and ensemble participation that does not require a supplemental fee, may wish to explore the Bachelor of Music program.

All large ensembles are open to all students.


Contact Information

Associate Dean (Undergraduate Admissions & Programs)
John Cuciurean
(519) 661-2111 x85333
jcuciure@uwo.ca

Undergraduate Admissions Assistant
Odilla Van Delinder
519-661-2044
ovandeli@uwo.ca

Recruitment Coordinator
Sasha Gorbasew
519-661-2111 x80532
agorbase@uwo.ca

Academic Counsellor
Diane Mills
519-661-2044
pdmills@uwo.ca