20 Master's Programs in Music in Canada

Specializations within music

Top universities for Music in Canada

Ranked by how many music programs each one runs in Canada — the count is next to the name.

• Laval University, Quebec City (8)
• Algoma University (3)
• Memorial University of Newfoundland (2)
• University of Lethbridge (2)
• University of Saskatchewan (2)
• Dalhousie University (1)
• Fairleigh Dickinson University - Vancouver (1)
• Ambrose University (1)

January intake in Canada

8 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Music - Musicology with thesis — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Music - Music Education — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Music - Performance Soloist — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Music - interpretation orchestra - chamber music — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Music - instrumental pedagogy — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Music - Interpretation Accompaniment - Chamber Music — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027

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Masters (MS) in Music in Canada: common questions

How many music programs are there in Canada?

20 music masters programs at 8 universities in Canada are open to international students, as of 11 October 2026.

How much does a music degree in Canada cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in music in Canada is 7,767 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 5,552 USD and 12,599 USD a year.

Can I study music in Canada in English?

Yes — 100% of the music programs in Canada in our catalog are taught in English (20 of 20).