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Doctorate in Philosophy Interdisciplinary Research in Music at University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa, Canada

Programme overview

The School of Music offers an interdisciplinary PhD in Interdisciplinary Research in Music that places music studies at the centre and combines them with a complementary research discipline. It prepares graduates for leadership roles in a changing musical culture and industry.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: School of Music  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Doctoral Seminar in Music Studies parts 1 and 2 (MUS 8101, 8102), 6 units of electives combining music with a secondary discipline, a comprehensive exam (written and oral), a thesis proposal and a doctoral thesis, supervised by a thesis advisory committee spanning at least two disciplines.

Career pathways

Leadership roles in music research and the music industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A master's degree (or equivalent) in music or another field with a minimum average of 7.0 (B+). Applicants with an MA in music or a performance MMus must have completed, or take, a research methodology course (MUS 5901 musical analysis, MUS 5903 musicology or MUS 5904 music pedagogy); applicants from other fields are reviewed individually and may need up to two additional music courses (6 units) or a qualifying year. Active knowledge of English is essential; the School may require an interview and language test.

Graduate studies application fee is $125.00, paid on the OUAC website. PhD applicants need a master's degree or equivalent with an average of 75% (B+) over the last 10 courses.

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