The Ph.D. in Musicology at Schulich School of Music, McGill University, is a rigorous research-focused program designed to cultivate advanced scholarly expertise in music history, theory, and cultural analysis. The program emphasizes independent research, critical thinking, and innovative methodologies, providing students with extensive opportunities for original contribution to the field of musicology through seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects.

  • Montréal, Quebec, Canada
  • 4 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹5,81,336/Year

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Program Overview

The Ph.D. in Musicology at Schulich School of Music, McGill University, is a rigorous research-focused program designed to cultivate advanced scholarly expertise in music history, theory, and cultural analysis. The program emphasizes independent research, critical thinking, and innovative methodologies, providing students with extensive opportunities for original contribution to the field of musicology through seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

No Admission Requirement Available.

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-08-01

Apply before 2025-12-01

Program Start

Aug 2026

Programme Structure

Courses include: Comprehensive Examinations Colloquium History of Music Theory General Examinations Doctoral Composition Tutorial

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

GPA
3.0
GRE®
N/A

English Language Requirements

No English language requirements found.

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit a comprehensive Personal Statement outlining their motivation, relevant qualifications, and professional objectives, along with a Curriculum Vitae detailing academic credentials, research experience, publications, honors, and achievements. A detailed Research Proposal describing intended research pathways is required, along with optional Thesis Abstract or Summary if applicable. All documents should be submitted in PDF format, adhering to specified length and content guidelines.

Course Fees

₹5,81,336/Year
Annual Fee

4 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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