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PhD Music at University of Toronto

University of Toronto, Canada

Programme overview

PhD Music is a graduate programme (Doctor of Philosophy) in the Music graduate unit of the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto. Length: 4 years full-time. Mode of delivery: In person. A flexible-time option is available.

Faculty: School of Graduate Studies  |  Department: Music  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Coursework. Students holding a master's degree specializing in musicology, ethnomusicology, or theory must fulfil the following requirements by the end of Year 2: 3.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows: MUS1250H , taken in the first session MUS1997H 1.0 FCE in graduate-only seminars in ethnomusicology 1.0 FCE in electives, of which 0.5 FCE may be take

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Application information

Entry requirements

The PhD in Music, Ethnomusicology field is a research degree. Applicants must hold a master's degree with specialization in ethnomusicology, musicology, or music theory, but may also be in a cognate field such as anthropology or cultural studies. Applicants must have an average standing of B+ or better. An essay of approximately 3,000 words which demonstrates their ability to handle a research problem. Applicants, whether from the University of Toronto or elsewhere, may be interviewed by the department. Two letters of reference commenting on the applicant's academic ability and promise. The PhD in Music, Ethnomusicology field is a research degree. Exceptional students may be admitted directl

Graduate applications are made online through GradApp; deadlines vary by program and are set by each graduate unit. The application fee is CDN $135, non-refundable, and a supplementary application fee may apply depending on the program.

Apply through the official page: https://future.utoronto.ca/applying

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