MMus in Music Education

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Admission Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Music with specialization in Music Education or equivalent
  • Minimum 70% average in last 2 years of full-time studies

Application Materials

  • A recent essay that demonstrates abilities in research and writing (2,500-3,000 words)
  • A recent music teaching video (15-20 minutes)
  • A statement of interest video (5 minutes)
  • A current resume or CV
  • Two confidential letters of reference
  • Transcripts from all institutions attended, uploaded in PDF
  • Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)

Application Deadline: December 1

The Master's in Music Education at Western provides opportunities for music education professionals working in classrooms, studios, or community spaces to develop their professional knowledge. The program provides music educators with access to innovative ideas and practices, helping them to become leaders in the profession.  

The program is available full-time or part-time with courses offered in Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. Summer courses are offered on campus during the month of July.

The program is oriented by three guiding goals:

  • Create a diverse learning experience
  • Provide program flexibility and student choice
  • Impact music practitioners' thinking and practice

Program Requirements

MMus in Music Education (full-time)

Course-based   

Thesis-based*  

Number of courses

 8 half courses, or equivalent (4.0 credits) 6 half courses, or equivalent (3.0 credits)

Mandatory and recommended courses

9531 Research Methods in Music Education

6 electives (3.0 credits) in music or music education 

9531 Research Methods in Music Education

5 electives (2.5 credits)  in music or music education 

Milestones

 9599 Capstone Project Thesis

Expected duration of program

 5 terms (20 months) 5 terms (20 months)

* Students must declare their intention to write a thesis after discussion with the Program Advisor by the end of the first term of registration. They must identify a thesis supervisor and submit a thesis proposal to the Graduate Committee no later than one month after the start of their third term of registration.

Recently Completed Theses

 

MMus in Music Education (part-time)

This flexible part-time program blends on-site and online courses to attend to the needs of practioners who would like to keep their current position while completing a Master's degree.

Students enrolled in this program pay per-course fees rather than full-time tuition. Consult Western's Fee Schedule for current fees.

Course-based   

Number of courses

 8 half courses, or equivalent (4.0 credits)

Mandatory and recommended courses

9531 Research Methods in Music Education

6 electives (3.0 credits) in music or music education

9599 Capstone Project

Expected duration of program

5 terms 

Contact Info


Department Chair
Kevin Watson
TC 116
519-661-2111 x85896
kwatso54@uwo.ca


Graduate Program Assistant
Audrey Yardley-Jones
TC 216
519-661-2111 x85354
ayardley@uwo.ca