The M.A. in Music Education (Thesis or Non-Thesis options) provides an opportunity for the studio- and classroom-based teachers, and music educators working in other community settings, to explore current issues in music education and implement their own research studies.  

Seminars introduce the foundations of a range of research methodologies and critical thinking skills.  

The thesis project enables the development of personal interests.

Students benefit from:

• Leadership opportunities cultivated through connections to Teaching and Learning Services, community outreach programs, the Global Leadership program & El Sistema, Chamber Music Without Borders, McGill Conservatory.
• Supportive environment of strong undergraduate joint B.Mus/B.Ed. curriculum.
• Stimulation of multi-disciplinary seminars that nurture dialogue with excellent performers also interested in teaching.
• State-of-the-art technology for studying physiology of performance and modeling best practices.

• Academic/Official Transcripts
• Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
• Passport or Visa Documents
• Resume/Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Letters of recommendation
• Personal Statement
• Writing Sample

• A bachelor's degree in Music Education, or its equivalent, from a university recognized by McGill.
• A cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 out of a possible 4.0, or a grade point average (GPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 in your last two years of full-time studies.