Music (M.A.): Music Education (Non-Thesis) (45 credits)
Offered by: Music (Schulich School of Music)
Degree: Master of Arts
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
**This program is currently not offered.**
The M.A. in Music; Non-Thesis - Music Education is a course-based program that focuses on disciplinary research methodologies and critical issues. Guidance is provided by leading scholars whose internationally acclaimed research covers a broad spectrum of topics central to the music education discipline.
Students admitted to the M.A. in Music; Non-Thesis - Music Education program who have undergraduate degrees other than the B.Mus.; Minor in Music Education from McGill University, may be required to successfully complete one or more undergraduate course(s) before completion of the Master’s program.
Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.
Required Courses (27 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUGS 614 | Reading Course 1. | 3 |
Reading Course 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Independent study of an approved topic or topics under the guidance of a supervisor. Topics will be chosen to suit individual needs and interests. The extent of reading, synthesis, and reporting will be agreed upon by the supervisor and the student at the beginning of the course. | ||
| MUGS 615 | Reading Course 2. | 3 |
Reading Course 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Independent study of an approved topic or topics under the guidance of a supervisor. Topics will be chosen to suit individual needs and interests. The extent of reading, synthesis, and reporting will be agreed upon by the supervisor and the student at the beginning of the course. | ||
| MUGT 610 | Seminar - Music Education 1. | 3 |
Seminar - Music Education 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Seminar in music education. Topic varies by year. | ||
Research Project
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUGS 635 | Research Paper 1. | 9 |
Research Paper 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. The writing of the first research paper. | ||
| MUGS 636 | Research Paper 2. | 9 |
Research Paper 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. The writing of the second research paper. | ||
Complementary Courses (18 credits)
9 credits from the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUGT 610 | Seminar - Music Education 1. | 3 |
Seminar - Music Education 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Seminar in music education. Topic varies by year. | ||
| MUGT 611 | Seminar - Music Education 2. | 3 |
Seminar - Music Education 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Seminar in music education. Topic varies by year. | ||
| MUGT 612 | Seminar - Music Education 3. | 3 |
Seminar - Music Education 3. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Seminar in music education. Topic varies by year. | ||
| MUGT 613 | Seminar - Music Education 4. | 3 |
Seminar - Music Education 4. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Seminar in music education. Topic varies by year. | ||
9 credits of seminars at the 600 level or higher, approved by the Schulich School of Music. With the approval of the Music Education Area, 6 credits may be taken in the Faculty of Education.