Embark on your academic journey with the Master of Arts in Music at the University of Ottawa, a postgraduate program designed for aspiring scholars and researchers passionate about the intricate world of music. This degree is ideal if you seek to deepen your understanding of music theory, analysis, musicology, or pedagogy through rigorous academic inquiry and scholarly investigation. You will explore complex musical concepts and historical contexts, developing a sophisticated critical lens through which to engage with the discipline. This MA is your pathway to advanced musical scholarship and research excellence.
You will pursue this Master of Arts in Music full-time on campus over two years, engaging with a curriculum that balances compulsory foundational courses with a wide range of elective specialisations. Your studies will include a significant research component, culminating in a Major Research Paper where you will independently investigate a topic of your choice under expert supervision. You will also have the opportunity to take graduate-level courses in music and potentially within other departments, broadening your interdisciplinary knowledge. Upon completion, you will be well-prepared for doctoral studies or careers in music academia, research, and related cultural fields.