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Master of Music Research
- Winnipeg, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A two-year research masters in music based on a supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Music Research can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
- Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
- Audience and ethical considerations
- And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Audio Production Assistant
- Recording Engineer
- Music Technology Specialist
Curriculum
- Two-year full-time (three part-time) structured MLitt in Music: a supervised research thesis supported by a minimum of 10 credits of taught generic and subject-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Four-year (honours) bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised university with at least a B average (3.0 on UM's 4.5 scale) in the last 60 credit hours
- Some departments add GRE/GMAT
- Supervisor confirmation or a research statement. English proficiency: IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 86
- PTE Academic 61 or Duolingo 120.
Accepted academic background
Four-year bachelor's degree (honours) or equivalent from a recognised university, Some departments add GRE/GMAT, Supervisor confirmation or a research statement
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 overall
- TOEFL iBT 86 (20 each section
- PTE Academic tests taken up to 2026-01-20) or 4.5 (4.0 each
- Cambridge tests taken from 2026-01-21)
- Duolingo PTE Academic 61
- Institutional test Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 180
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Degree Certificates
How to apply
- Check the programme's requirements and deadline. Applications open up to 16 months before the start date. Apply online and pay the 130 CAD international application fee. Upload unofficial transcripts
- request recommendation letters in the portal and add programme materials such as a CV
- statement of interest or writing sample. Track your status and accept the offer. Submit official documents
- apply for a Canadian study permit with proof of funds
- then register for courses.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,245 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $130 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Winnipeg |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Desautels Faculty of Music |
| Department | Music Research |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | The International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship may support qualifying full-time international entrants to eligible master's programmes, Subject to academic merit and other conditions. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $15,245 CAD per year. The application fee is $130 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 overall, TOEFL iBT 86 (20 each section, PTE Academic tests taken up to 2026-01-20) or 4.5 (4.0 each, Cambridge tests taken from 2026-01-21), Duolingo PTE Academic 61, Institutional test Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 180.