Overview

The Performance programme at the University of Victoria provides an immersive environment for musicians to refine their technical skills and artistic expression. This degree is structured to offer a unique experience that combines rigorous practical training with essential academic seminars. Students work closely with distinguished faculty members who maintain active international careers as soloists and chamber musicians.

Why Performance at the University of Victoria?

Choosing this programme means joining a community where individual mentorship is the priority. Because faculty members admit only a small number of graduate students, you receive personalised attention that far exceeds standard conservatory offerings. The University of Victoria also facilitates performance opportunities with professional ensembles, allowing students to build vital industry connections. Furthermore, the academic curriculum is specifically designed for performers, focusing on topics that enhance the interpretation of both historical and contemporary music.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2801 per semester
National fee: CAD 2221 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum balances intensive practical study with high-level academic research. Modules may include:

Individual Mentorship
Professional Development
Chamber Music Coaching
Solo Performance
Historical Music Interpretation
Contemporary Music Studies
Academic Seminars

Careers with Performance

Graduates from the University of Victoria are prepared for diverse roles within the global music industry. The programme equips students with the skills necessary to succeed as professional soloists, orchestral musicians, or members of chamber ensembles. Beyond performance, the training supports careers in music education, coaching, and artistic mentorship. Many alumni leverage their advanced expertise to secure positions in internationally renowned ensembles or establish themselves as independent recording artists and collaborators.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

During the two-year program, the graduate quartet will hone its skills through various outreach programs and ensembles in the community facilitated by the Lafayette Quartet.

A quartet wishing to enter the program should contact a member of the Lafayette String Quartet to discuss their audition. Each of the students comprising the quartet audition both separately and as a quartet.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Victoria, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Acceptance to the program requires specialization at an advanced level in a specific instrument. The audition repertoire should reflect a level of difficulty and variety appropriate for a graduate program and be at least 30 minutes in duration.

Interested students are strongly encouraged to contact the primary instructor of their instrument to discuss repertoire.
You may upload your recording to YouTube or the streaming service of your choice and send the link to musi@uvic.ca. Auditions may be recorded in one take, or in separate takes for each piece (played through). MMus Composition students may upload their scores via the online UVic Graduate Records application.

Internal candidates may either audition in person or use their BMus graduating recital as their audition, provided that the recital takes place before March 1.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

5602 CAD / year

≈ 5602 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

4442 CAD / year

≈ 4442 CAD / year

Living costs

Victoria

Canada

1490 - 2092 CAD / month

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