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Music: Diploma

Description

All prospective music students apply to enter the Bachelor of Music in Musical Arts Degree. Those students who wish to graduate with a Diploma in Music may apply after completing one of six concentrations.

The Diplomas in Music are two-year, four-semester programs. Each concentration is designed to help students develop their abilities in both academic and applied studies. All students receive four semesters of private instruction on their chosen instrument and participate in a large ensemble each semester. The core curriculum is augmented by electives chosen by the student in consultation with a faculty advisor.

The facilities at the Langley Campus have been designed to accommodate music instruction in orchestral, band, choral, and chamber music, as well as solo performance.

Intake occurs once a year in September for full-time program students. It is expected that most students will enroll in a full-time program, but part-time participation will be allowed subject to seat availability and the fulfillment of the course prerequisites.

Credit for courses completed at other institutions may be transferred subject to the approval of the Music Chair. As well, first time registration for some courses may be allowed in January subject to the approval of the Music Chair and fulfillment of any course prerequisites.

Diploma Concentrations

There are six concentrations within the Diploma program:

Students apply to the Bachelor of Music in Musical Arts Degree; they may declare their Diploma concentration later.

Foundation Courses

Applicants who demonstrate musical talent but have not established a thorough grounding in the practical skills and general knowledge of music at the appropriate level maybe given the opportunity to register in one or more foundation courses to upgrade specific musical and technical skills. The Foundation courses include:

Admission Requirements

In addition to the Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:

  • Audition/interview
    Applicants will receive an invitation to demonstrate their musical and technical skills in an audition, which will take place in April / May. Alternative audition dates are possible for students living outside the Greater Vancouver Region. For those who have completed the university application process by the specified deadline, late auditions may be held in August (subject to seat availability)

    For all instruments except piano, the standard of practical work expected at the time of audition is equivalent to Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Grade 6. The entrance standard for piano is equivalent to RCM Grade 10.
  • A satisfactory score on the KPU Music Placement Test
    The placement test assesses the knowledge and skill of the applicant in music theory, music history, and aural musicianship (i.e., ear training). The results will help determine the best point of entry for prospective students.
    Applicants who have successfully completed the RCM – Advanced Rudiments Examination in Theory or Conservatory Canada, Theory IV may be exempt from writing the theory section of the placement test upon presentation of the certification of completion on or before the day of the audition.
    Applicants who have successfully completed the RCM History 1 Examination may be exempt from writing the history section of the placement test upon presentation of the certification of completion on or before the day of the audition.

For more details regarding audition requirements and the placement exam, visit: kpu.ca/music

Curricular Requirements

Comprehensive Studies Concentration

This concentration provides a solid foundation in the academic, theoretical, and practical areas of music. The curriculum includes all courses necessary for continuation into a Bachelor of Music degree program. Graduates can go on to further studies in the fields of music theory, composition, history, education or the arts in general.

To complete the Diploma in Music with a concentration in Comprehensive Studies, students must successfully complete:

Semester 1
All of:
  MUSI 1150 The Language of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I 2 credits
  MUSI 1153 History of Music I: Antiquity to 1600 3 credits
  MUSI 1157 Major Instrument Concentration - I 2 credits
  A non-music elective
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
One of:
  MUSI 1154 Keyboard Skills I 1 credit
  MUSI 1155 Secondary Instrument - I* 1 credit
One of:
  MUSI 1167 Kwantlen String Orchestra I 2 credits
  MUSI 1168 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1169 Kwantlen Chorus I 2 credits
Semester 2
All of:
  MUSI 1250 The Language of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II 2 credits
  MUSI 1253 History of Music II: 1600 to 1800 3 credits
  MUSI 1257 Major Instrument - Concentration - II 2 credits
  A non-music elective
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
One of:
  MUSI 1254 Keyboard Skills II 1 credit
  MUSI 1255 Secondary Instrument - II* 1 credit
One of:
  MUSI 1267 Kwantlen String Orchestra II 2 credits
  MUSI 1268 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1269 Kwantlen Chorus II 2 credits
Semester 3
All of:
  MUSI 2350 The Language of Music III 3 credits
  MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III 2 credits
  MUSI 2353 History of Music III: 1800 to 1900 3 credits
  MUSI 2357 Major Instrument Concentration - III 2 credits
  Two non-music electives, totaling 6 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2354 Keyboard Skills III 1 credit
  MUSI 2355 Secondary Instrument* 1 credit
One of:
  MUSI 2367 Kwantlen String Orchestra III 2 credits
  MUSI 2368 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III 2 credits
Semester 4
All of:
  MUSI 2450 The Language of Music IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2453 History of Music IV: 1900 To The Present 3 credits
  MUSI 2457 Major Instrument Concentration- IV 2 credits
  Two non-music electives, totaling 6 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2454 Keyboard Skills IV 1 credit
  MUSI 2455 Secondary Instrument - IV * 1 credit
One of:
  MUSI 2467 Kwantlen String Orchestra IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2468 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV 2 credits

*Note: Upon graduation from the Diploma-Comprehensive Studies, all students must be able to demonstrate piano proficiency (including repertoire, sight reading, score reading) and knowledge of keyboard harmony skills equivalent to MUSI 2454. Enrolling in MUSI 1154-2454 Class Piano normally fulfills this. A student may choose to demonstrate proficiency in the required material at the beginning of each semester and, if successful, may be given permission to enrol in MUSI 1155-2455 Secondary Instrument.

Guitar Performance Concentration

The guitar performance concentration is designed for musically and technically advanced students who plan to enter the field of performance. Graduates may continue to complete a Bachelor of Music degree and pursue graduate study. They may enter careers in public performance and teaching (university, conservatory, or private studio). Eligibility for the performance program is determined by audition.

To complete the Diploma in Music with a concentration in Guitar Performance, students must successfully complete:

Semester 1
All of:
  MUSI 1150 The Language of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I 2 credits
  MUSI 1153 History of Music I: Antiquity to 1600 3 credits
  MUSI 1156 Major Instrument Applied -I 3 credits
  MUSI 1171 Guitar Chamber Ensemble I 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
  One of:
  MUSI 1154 Keyboard Skills I 2 credits
  MUSI 1155 Secondary Instrument - I* 2 credits
  One of:
  MUSI 1167 Kwantlen String Orchestra I 2 credits
  MUSI 1168 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1169 Kwantlen Chorus I 2 credits
Semester 2
  All of:
  MUSI 1250 The Language of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II 2 credits
  MUSI 1253 History of Music II: 1600 to 1800 3 credits
  MUSI 1256 Major Instrument - Performance II 3 credits
  MUSI 1271 Guitar Chamber Ensemble II 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
  One of:
  MUSI 1254 Keyboard Skills II (Title change: Jan. 2005) 1 credits
  MUSI 1255 Secondary Instrument - II* 1 credits
  One of:
  MUSI 1267 Kwantlen String Orchestra II 2 credits
  MUSI 1268 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1269 Kwantlen Chorus II 2 credits
Semester 3
  All of:
  MUSI 2350 The Language of Music III 3 credits
  MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III 2 credits
  MUSI 2353 History of Music III: 1800 to 1900 3 credits
  MUSI 2356 Major Instrument Applied - III 3 credits
  MUSI 2371 Guitar Chamber Ensemble III 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
  One of:
  MUSI 2354 Keyboard Skills III 1 credits
  MUSI 2355 Secondary Instrument* 1 credits
  One of:
  MUSI 2367 Kwantlen String Orchestra III 2 credits
  MUSI 2368 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III 2 credits
Semester 4
  All of:
  MUSI 2450 The Language of Music IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2453 History of Music IV: 1900 To The Present 3 credits
  MUSI 2456 Major Instrument - Performance IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2471 Guitar Chamber Ensemble IV 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
  One of:
  MUSI 2454 Keyboard Skills IV (Title change: Jan. 2005) 1 credits
  MUSI 2455 Secondary Instrument - IV* 1 credits
  One of:
  MUSI 2467 Kwantlen String Orchestra IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2468 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV 2 credits
Music Electives:
  MUSI 1133 Fretboard Studies I 2 credits
  MUSI 1233 Fretboard Studies II 2 credits

* Note: Upon graduation from the Guitar Performance concentration, all students must be able to demonstrate piano proficiency (including repertoire, sight reading, score reading) and knowledge of keyboard harmony skills equivalent to MUSI 2454. Enrolling in MUSI 1154-2454 Class Piano normally fulfills this. A student may choose to demonstrate proficiency in the required material at the beginning of each semester and, if successful, may be given permission to enrol in MUSI 1155-2455 Secondary Instrument.

Orchestral Instrument Performance Concentration

The orchestral instrument performance concentration is designed for musically and technically advanced students who plan to enter the field of performance. Graduates may continue to complete a Bachelor of Music degree and pursue graduate study. They may enter careers in public performance and teaching (university, conservatory, or private studio). Eligibility for the performance program is determined by audition.

To complete the Diploma in Music with a concentration in Orchestral Instrument Performance, students must successfully complete:

Semester 1
All of:
  MUSI 1150 The Language of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I 2 credits
  MUSI 1153 History of Music I: Antiquity to 1600 3 credits
  MUSI 1156 Major Instrument Applied 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 1173 Percussion Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1174 Woodwind Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1175 Brass Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1179 String Chamber Ensemble I 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
One of:
  MUSI 1154 Keyboard Skills I 1 credits
  MUSI 1155 Secondary Instrument – I* 1 credits
One of:
  MUSI 1167 Kwantlen String Orchestra I 2 credits
  MUSI 1168 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble I 2 credits
Semester 2
All of:
  MUSI 1250 The Language of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II 2 credits
  MUSI 1253 History of Music II: 1600 to 1800 3 credits
  MUSI 1256 Major Instrument - Performance II 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 1273 Percussion Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1274 Woodwind Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1275 Brass Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1279 String Chamber Ensemble II 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
One of:
  MUSI 1254 Keyboard Skills II 1 credits
  MUSI 1255 Secondary Instrument – II* 1 credits
One of:
  MUSI 1267 Kwantlen String Orchestra II 2 credits
  MUSI 1268 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble II 2 credits
Semester 3
All of:
  MUSI 2350 The Language of Music III 3 credits
  MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III 2 credits
  MUSI 2353 History of Music III: 1800 to 1900 3 credits
  MUSI 2356 Major Instrument Applied – III 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2373 Percussion Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2374 Woodwind Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2375 Brass Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2379 String Chamber Ensemble III 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2354 Keyboard Skills III 1 credits
  MUSI 2355 Secondary Instrument III* 1 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2367 Kwantlen String Orchestra III 2 credits
  MUSI 2368 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble III 2 credits
Semester 4
All of:
  MUSI 2450 The Language of Music IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2453 History of Music IV: 1900 To The Present 3 credits
  MUSI 2456 Major Instrument - Performance IV 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2473 Percussion Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2474 Woodwind Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2475 Brass Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2479 String Chamber Ensemble IV 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2454 Keyboard Skills IV 1 credits
  MUSI 2455 Secondary Instrument – IV* 1 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2467 Kwantlen String Orchestra IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2468 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble IV 2 credits

* Note: Upon graduation from the Orchestral Instrument Performance concentration, all students must be able to demonstrate piano proficiency (including repertoire, sight reading, score reading) and knowledge of keyboard harmony skills equivalent to MUSI 2454. Enrolling in MUSI 1154-2454 Class Piano normally fulfills this. A student may choose to demonstrate proficiency in the required material at the beginning of each semester and, if successful, may be given permission to enrol in MUSI 1155-2455 Secondary Instrument.

Piano Performance Concentration

The performance concentration is designed for musically and technically advanced students who plan to enter the field of performance. Graduates may continue to complete a Bachelor of Music degree and pursue graduate study. They may enter careers in public performance and teaching (university, conservatory, or private studio). Eligibility for the performance program is determined by audition.

To complete the Diploma in Music with a concentration in Piano Performance, students must successfully complete:

Semester 1
All of:
  MUSI 1150 The Language of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I 2 credits
  MUSI 1153 History of Music I: Antiquity to 1600 3 credits
  MUSI 1156 Major Instrument Applied 3 credits
  MUSI 1158 Piano Repertoire I: The Baroque Period 2 credits
  MUSI 1172 Piano Chamber Ensemble I 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
One of:
  MUSI 1167 Kwantlen String Orchestra I 2 credits
  MUSI 1168 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1169 Kwantlen Chorus I 2 credits
Semester 2
All of :
  MUSI 1250 The Language of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II 2 credits
  MUSI 1253 History of Music II: 1600 to 1800 3 credits
  MUSI 1256 Major Instrument - Performance II 3 credits
  MUSI 1258 Piano Repertoire II: The Classical Period 2 credits
  MUSI 1272 Piano Chamber Ensemble II 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
One of :
  MUSI 1267 Kwantlen String Orchestra II 2 credits
  MUSI 1268 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1269 Kwantlen Chorus II 2 credits
Semester 3
All of :
  MUSI 2350 The Language of Music III 3 credits
  MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III 2 credits
  MUSI 2353 History of Music III: 1800 to 1900 3 credits
  MUSI 2356 Major Instrument Applied - III 3 credits
  MUSI 2358 Piano Repertoire III: The Romantic Period 2 credits
  MUSI 2372 Piano Chamber Ensemble III 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
One of :
  MUSI 2367 Kwantlen String Orchestra III 2 credits
  MUSI 2368 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III 2 credits
Semester 4
All of :
  MUSI 2450 The Language of Music IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2453 History of Music IV: 1900 To The Present 3 credits
  MUSI 2456 Major Instrument - Performance IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2458 Piano Repertoire IV: The Twentieth Century 2 credits
  MUSI 2472 Piano Chamber Ensemble IV 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
One of :
  MUSI 2467 Kwantlen String Orchestra IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2468 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV 2 credits

Vocal Performance Concentration

The performance concentration is designed for musically and technically advanced students who plan to enter the field of performance. Graduates may continue to complete a Bachelor of Music degree and pursue graduate study. They may enter careers in public performance and teaching (university, conservatory, or private studio). Eligibility for the performance program is determined by audition.

To complete the Diploma in Music with a concentration in Vocal Performance, students must successfully complete:

Semester 1
All of:
  MUSI 1150 The Language of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I 2 credits
  MUSI 1153 History of Music I: Antiquity to 1600 3 credits
  MUSI 1156 Major Instrument Applied 3 credits
  MUSI 1169 Kwantlen Chorus I 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
  A German language course
One of:
  MUSI 1154 Keyboard Skills I 1 credits
  MUSI 1155 Secondary Instrument - I* 1 credits
Semester 2
All of:
  MUSI 1250 The Language of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II 2 credits
  MUSI 1253 History of Music II: 1600 to 1800 3 credits
  MUSI 1256 Major Instrument - Performance II 3 credits
  MUSI 1269 Kwantlen Chorus II 2 credits
  An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
  A German language course
One of:
  MUSI 1254 Keyboard Skills II 1 credits
  MUSI 1255 Secondary Instrument - II* 1 credits
Semester 3
All of:
  MUSI 2350 The Language of Music III 3 credits
  MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III 2 credits
  MUSI 2353 History of Music III: 1800 to 1900 3 credits
  MUSI 2356 Major Instrument Applied - III 3 credits
  MUSI 2359 Lyric Diction I 1 credits
  MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2354 Keyboard Skills III 1 credits
  MUSI 2355 Secondary Instrument - III* 1 credits
Semester 4
All of:
  MUSI 2450 The Language of Music IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2453 History of Music IV: 1900 To The Present 3 credits
  MUSI 2456 Major Instrument - Performance IV 3 credits
  MUSI 2459 Lyric Diction II 1 credits
  MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV 2 credits
  One non-music elective, totaling 3 credits
One of:
  MUSI 2454 Keyboard Skills IV 1 credits
  MUSI 2455 Secondary Instrument - IV* 1 credits

* Note: Upon graduation from the Vocal Performance concentration, all students must be able to demonstrate piano proficiency (including repertoire, sight reading, score reading) and knowledge of keyboard harmony skills equivalent to MUSI 2454. Enrolling in MUSI 1154-2454 Class Piano normally fulfills this. A student may choose to demonstrate proficiency in the required material at the beginning of each semester and, if successful, may be given permission to enrol in MUSI 1155-2455 Secondary Instrument.

General Studies Concentration

This concentration provides a broad education in music, integrating theoretical, historical, and performance studies while enabling students to master the skills needed for a wide array of professions. The core curriculum consists of 46 music credits. The student supplements with a further 14 credits of electives that must include a minimum of 9 non-music undergraduate credits*. Through a careful choice of electives, this concentration can lead to further study in liberal arts, music therapy, music education, business and arts management.

To complete the Diploma in Music with a concentration in General Studies, students must successfully complete: 

Four courses (12 credits) in Music Theory selected from:
  MUSI 1100 Rudiments of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1150 The Language of Music I 3 credits
  MUSI 1200 Rudiments of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 1250 The Language of Music II 3 credits
  MUSI 2350 The Language of Music III 3 credits
  MUSI 2450 The Language of Music IV 3 credits
Two courses (4 credits) in Aural Musicianship selected from:
  MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I  2 credits
  MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II 2 credits
  MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III 2 credits
  MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV 2 credits
Four courses (12 credits) in Music History selected from:
  MUSI 1111 History of Popular Music 3 credits
  MUSI 1115 Classical Music in Western Culture 3 credits
  MUSI 1153 History of Music I: Antiquity to 1600 3 credits
  MUSI 1253 History of Music II: 1600 to 1800 3 credits
  MUSI 2353 History of Music III: 1800 to 1900 3 credits
  MUSI 2453 History of Music IV: 1900 To The Present 3 credits
Two courses (2 credits) in Keyboard Skills† selected from:
  MUSI 1154 Keyboard Skills I 1 credit
  MUSI 1254 Keyboard Skills II 1 credit
  MUSI 2354 Keyboard Skills III 1 credit
  MUSI 2454 Keyboard Skills IV 1 credit
Four Private Music Instruction‡ courses (8 credits) selected from:
  MUSI 1105 Major Instrument - Foundation I 2 credits
  MUSI 1157 Major Instrument - Concentration I 2 credits
  MUSI 1205 Major Instrument - Foundation II 2 credits
  MUSI 1257 Major Instrument - Concentration II 2 credits
  MUSI 2357 Major Instrument - Concentration III 2 credits
  MUSI 2457 Major Instrument - Concentration IV 2 credits
Four Large Ensemble courses (8 credits) selected from:
  MUSI 1167 Kwantlen Strings I 2 credits
  MUSI 1168 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble I 2 credits
  MUSI 1169 Kwantlen Chorus I 2 credits
  MUSI 1267 Kwantlen Strings II 2 credits
  MUSI 1268 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble II 2 credits
  MUSI 1269 Kwantlen Chorus II 2 credits
  MUSI 2367 Kwantlen Strings III 2 credits
  MUSI 2368 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble III 2 credits
  MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III 2 credits
  MUSI 2467 Kwantlen Strings IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2468 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble IV 2 credits
  MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV 2 credits
Elective courses (14 credits), including:
  Up to 9 credits from non-music undergraduate courses, and at least 5 credits from courses in MUSI. 14 credits

The 9 credits of non-music electives may include any non-music undergraduate courses offered at KPU. Music electives may be any other diploma-level music courses (MUSI 1100 and higher).  The following is a partial list of music electives: Music and Computers; Introduction to the Music Industry; and various small chamber ensembles (Jazz Combo, Percussion Ensemble, etc.).

Selected courses within the diploma program may be applied to third-year entry into the BMMA program.

Notes:
* It is strongly recommended that students take ENGL 1100, if they are considering any degree program upon completion of the Diploma in Music - General Studies Concentration.
† Students with keyboard experience may be excused from one or both of the these courses, depending on the level of proficiency already achieved. In that case, secondary instruction in piano or other suitable instrument will be required. This will be achieved by completing MUSI 1155 and 1255.  In addition, piano majors may apply for a course substitution totaling a minimum of 2 credits.
‡ Students may request a course substitution of one or all of MUSI 1156, 1256, 2356, and 2456 for any of the private music instruction courses.

Other Information

Private Lessons

Students may major in one of the following: piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, guitar, or percussion. Private lessons are generally available only to students enrolled full time in the music programs.

Secondary Lessons

Students may be eligible for secondary lessons only if they have successfully met all Keyboard Skills requirements (covered in MUSI 1154, 1254, 2354, 2454).

Private Lesson and Chamber Ensemble Policies and Fees

To be eligible for private lessons, a student must demonstrate commitment to the Music Program by enrolling in a minimum of 9 credits per semester—excluding the lessons themselves. Part-time Music students must consult with the music chair regarding their private instruction options.

Like other post-secondary music programs, KPU charges a private lesson fee in addition to tuition. This is a separate fee, rather than a hidden cost. It is calculated according to the length of the lesson, as follows:

  • ½ hour – $300/semester
  • 1 hour – $500/semester
  • 1½ hours – $700/semester

To offset the cost of the unique chamber ensemble component of the KPU Music Program, a nominal user fee ($100) is added to the cost of tuition for each chamber ensemble that a student elects or is required to take.

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of their concentration, students are eligible to receive a Diploma in Music.

At a Glance

Faculty of Arts

kpu.ca/arts

Program Type:

  • Undergraduate

Credential Granted:

  • Diploma

Offered At:

  • KPU Langley  Langley

Start Date(s):

  • Fall Intake (September)  September

Intake Type:

  • Open Intake  Open intake

Format:

  • Full-time  Full-time
  • Part-time  Part-time

Minimum Credits Required:

  • 60

Instructional Cycle:

  • Semester-based

Curriculum Effective Date:

  • 01-Sep-2016

Applying to KPU:

Last Updated: 14-Jun-2016

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