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PhD Music at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Students in the PhD in Music program are engaged in a program of study that leads to an original contribution to their field of study: . Students are exposed to a wide range of approaches and methodologies to research and creative activity, and work in a thriving intellectual and creative environment. The stages of the program ensure that students attain a broad knowledge base in their particular area of study that prepares them to write an original dissertation. doctoral professional development program will help you become a career-ready graduate with the skills necessary to excel in your studies and achieve your future goals.

Faculty: Don Wright Faculty of Music  |  Duration: 12 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Thesis-based programme, full-time, 12 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Detailed admission requirements by program: Composition. Music Education. Music Theory. Musicology. Application deadline: December 1 - Acceptance notification in early March Applications received after the deadline are contingent on space availability and funding.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes.

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