Study music in the way that's best for you. From the fundamentals to professional training, ÇïϼÂ×Àí gives you the opportunity to explore your passion.
The most employable people in the music business are those who have a wide range of skills and experience. ÇïϼÂ×Àí offers you the comprehensive training for a successful career in the music industry.
Program Options
Whether you are interested in one of our four full-time credit programs, or non-credit/Ìýpart-time studies through ourÌýCommunity Music School,ÌýÇïϼÂ×Àí can help you to achieve your goals. Our credit programs are listed below.
Program Highlights
- two years (four full-time semesters); 60 credits
- credential awarded: Diploma in Performing Arts—Music
- can lead to a Bachelor of Music or a Bachelor of Arts degree upon transfer into 3rd year at a university (also known as the Music UT/Diploma program)
- entry into the program is by audition and other assessment testing
Who is it for?
- students who have training and competency on an instrument (or in voice)
- students who have studied music theory rudiments
- students who are seriously considering a career in music and/or the arts
Program Highlights
- two years (four full-time semesters); 60 credits
- credential awarded: Diploma in Performing Arts – Foundation for Music Therapy Studies
- meets the prerequisite course requirements for 3rd year entry into Capilano University’s Bachelor of Music Therapy program
- provides applied musical training on piano, guitar and voice, as the foundation for further study
Who is it for?
- students who are musical and enjoy working with people
- students who are interested in using their creativity and talent to help others
Program Highlights
- two years (four full-time semesters); 60 credits
- credential awarded: Music Technology Diploma
- provides hands-on training in audio engineering, music software and production
- entry into the program is by audition and further assessment testing
Who is it for?
- students with some background in both music and technology
- professionals in the music industry who want more literacy in music technologyÌý
Program Highlights
- one year (two full-time semesters); 32 credits
- credential awarded: Basic Musicianship Certificate
- provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of music
Who is it for?
- students with little or no formal musical training who wish to explore an interest in music
- students requiring further preparation for the Music Diploma Program or the Music Technology Diploma Program
Careers in Music
- Music Educator
- Music Director
- Music for Video and Gaming
- Live Music Production
- Instrumentalist
- Private Music Instructor
- Instrument Repair
- Entertainment Business Lawyer
Student Success Story
Grad Antonio Larosa kicked off his music career with a certificate program.
Turning his career up to 11
Brad Pearson is a rocker and virtuoso-in-the-making who refuses to play just one genre of music.
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