MMus in Performance – Conducting: Wind, Orchestral and Choral emphasis

at University of Victoria

• Write a brief statement (max.1 page) regarding the areas and levels of your conducting and/or teaching, your goals as a musician and/or scholar, and your reasons for wishing to pursue your graduate degree at UVic.
• Provide a list of repertoire you have conducted (indicate whether in rehearsal and/or performance) including grade level or standard of the repertoire.
• Provide links to a video of your conducting.
• Provide letters from two referees who can talk about your conducting/teaching.
• Submit a project proposal (1-2 pages) to your potential supervisor in the appropriate conducting area.

The cost of studying at University of Victoria largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay CAD$ 32952 annually, to study in University of Victoria.

Course experiences are targeted towards developing further knowledge and practical skills in conducting techniques, repertoire, rehearsal strategies and approaches, leadership and communication, student learning and engagement through lessons, small and large ensemble conducting.