Updated: Wed, 10/02/2024 - 13:45

From Saturday, Oct. 5 through Monday, Oct. 7, the Downtown and Macdonald Campuses will be open only to McGill students, employees and essential visitors. Many classes will be held online. Remote work required where possible. See Campus Public Safety website for details.


Du samedi 5 octobre au lundi 7 octobre, le campus du centre-ville et le campus Macdonald ne seront accessibles qu’aux étudiants et aux membres du personnel de l’Université McGill, ainsi qu’aux visiteurs essentiels. De nombreux cours auront lieu en ligne. Le personnel devra travailler à distance, si possible. Voir le site Web de la Direction de la protection et de la prévention pour plus de détails.

Quebec students can receive up to
$20,000 in scholarships for this program

Full-time students who are residents of Quebec and enroll in this program can apply for the Bourses Perspective Scholarship, a guaranteed $2,500 per successful term.

Music Education


Overview

This program offers you the opportunity to obtain both a Bachelor of Music (Major in Music Education) and a Bachelor of Education (Elementary and Secondary) at the same time. You can engage with your passion for music while opening doors to future career paths in performing arts-based mentorship.

The concurrent program combines academic studies in music with professional studies in education and includes hands-on student-teaching field experiences. You will graduate with both the theoretical and practical experience necessary to thrive in your future career.

Students with a Bachelor of Music degree may apply directly to the B.Ed in Music program.


Careers

An undergraduate degree in Music Education can lead you to a wide range of career options. Many graduates choose to work in occupations that focus on music education, community arts and culture, performance, and recreation. Employment is available in many types of establishments. You can work in public schools, private educational institutions, recreational centres, and music organizations. 

You could become a professional:

  • Music Teacher, Elementary or Secondary School 
  • Private Music Instructor 
  • Community Arts & Culture Program Officer 
  • Education Policy Researcher 

Related programs

Students who are interested in this program are often interested in:


Student experience

Students in this program are supported by course instructors, advisors, and administrators in the Schulich School of Music, the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE), and the Office of Internships and Student Affairs (ISA). In addition to being a part of two faculties that foster a sense of mentorship, students also can benefit from the resources and events organized by the Music Education Undergraduate Students’ Association (MEdUSA) and the Education Undergraduate Student Society (EdUS).

Ready to apply?

For this program, you'll need to meet the admission requirements of the Faculty of Education and Schulich School of Music.

See the full eligibility information for more information about deadlines and required documents for your application.

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