- Program Length2 Years
- CredentialTransfer Program
The Bachelor of Music – Classical Transfer Program
We are currently not accepting applications for this program.
This Classical Music program is two years in length, leading to university transfer in a Bachelor of Music degree at British Columbia universities. The program can also lead to a Bachelor of Education degree with a Major in Music. Students who successfully complete two years of study at VIU are eligible for VIU’s Associate in Music diploma.
The program includes classroom lectures, seminars, and performance ensembles. Students are offered performance opportunities in a professional performance environment with an audience. Performances are evaluated by a faculty jury.
Becoming an accomplished musician requires practice, and students should be prepared to work long hours practicing their music. The program also includes an academic component that requires home assignments, for which self-discipline and good time management skills are required. The program can be completed on a part-time basis, and some courses are offered in the evenings.
|
Year 1 |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
MUSC 100 - (Intro to Theory I) and, |
(3) |
|
MUSC 101 - (Intro to Theory II) and, |
(3) |
|
MUSC 111 - (History of Music I) |
3 |
|
MUSC 122 - (Musicical Theory II) |
3 |
|
MUSC 141 - (Private Tuition I) |
2 |
|
MUSC 142 - (Private Tuition II) |
2 |
|
MUSC 143 - (Keyboard Musicianship I) |
2 |
|
MUSC 144 - (Keyboard Musicianship II) |
2 |
|
MUSC 211 - (History of Music II) |
3 |
|
Select one of the following: |
1 |
|
Select one of the following: |
1 |
|
Select two Arts/Science Electives |
6 |
|
6 |
|
|
Total Credits |
39 |
|
Year 2 |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
MUSC 121 - (Musicical Theory I) and, |
(3) |
|
MUSC 122 - (Musicical Theory II) and, |
(3) |
|
MUSC 241 - (Private Tuition III) |
2 |
|
MUSC 242 - (Private Tuition IV) |
2 |
|
MUSIC 223 - (Keyboard Harmony III) |
2 |
|
MUSC 224 - (Keyboard Harmony IV) |
2 |
|
Select two of the following: |
2 |
|
Select two of the following: |
2 |
|
Select four Arts/Science Electives (UVic required courses) |
12 |
|
Total Credits |
30 to 32 |
- General admission requirements apply.
- English 12 with minimum “C” for students enrolling in English 115, or equivalents.
- Successful audition to show musical competence.
Recommendation for Admission
- Grade 2 Toronto Conservatory Theory; however, applicants will undergo a placement test to ascertain level in Music Theory. Upgrading will be arranged, if necessary.
Domestic Fees | International Fees
Domestic Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Year 1 - 35 Credits* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (35 credits x $163.14 per credit) |
5,709.90 |
|
Student Activity fee (4% of tuition) |
228.40 |
|
Student Services fee (35 credits x $7.21 per credit) |
252.35 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $26.59 per month) |
212.72 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($265.00 per year) |
265.00 |
|
Approximate yearly cost for books and supplies |
700.00 |
|
Total |
7,368.37 |
Year 2 - 28 Credits* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (28 credits x $163.14 per credit) |
4,567.92 |
|
Student Activity fee (4% of tuition) |
182.72 |
|
Student Services fee (28 credits x $7.21 per credit) |
201.88 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $26.59 per month) |
212.72 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($265.00 per year) |
265.00 |
|
Approximate yearly cost for books and supplies |
700.00 |
|
Total |
6,130.24 |
* The above table does not include four credits of private tuition courses. Students taking private music instruction courses should add additional tuition. Please refer to the Private Tuition schedule for fee information.
The VIUSU Health and Dental Plan fee is assessed for all students enrolled in 6 credits or more per term, or in Trades/Vocational programs of 5 months or longer.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
International Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees Year 1* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (2 semesters x $10870.72 per semester) |
21,741.44 |
|
Ancillary Fee (2 semesters x $463.40 per semester) |
926.80 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $26.59 per month) |
212.72 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($265.00 per year) |
265.00 |
|
Approximate yearly cost for books and supplies |
700.00 |
|
Total |
23,845.96 |
Fees Year 2* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (2 semesters x $10870.72 per semester) |
21,741.44 |
|
Ancillary Fee (2 semesters x $463.40 per semester) |
926.80 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $26.59 per month) |
212.72 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($265.00 per year) |
265.00 |
|
Approximate yearly cost for books and supplies |
700.00 |
|
Total |
23,845.96 |
Tuition in the above table is based on $776.48 per credit, up to a maximum of $10,870.72 per semester for 15 credits; $776.48 per credit beyond 15 credits. Ancillary Fees in the above table are based on $33.10 per credit, up to a maximum of $463.40 per semester for 15 credits; $33.10 per credit beyond 15 credits.
* The above table does not include four credits of private tuition courses. Students taking private music instruction courses should add additional tuition. Please refer to the Private Tuition schedule for fee information.
The VIUSU Health and Dental Plan fee is assessed for all students enrolled in 6 credits or more per term, or in Trades/Vocational programs of 5 months or longer.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
UpdatedFurther information on this program can be found on the Department website.
Previous versions of this program can be found in the Program Archive.