Music Foundation Certificate
Entrance Requirements
All applicants must meet Kwantlen's general admission requirements. Students seeking entrance to the Certificate program need to show keen interest in music, ability on their instrument, and potential for development. They must be able to read music on their instrument. These requirements are determined at an audition and interview, held in April and May. Late auditions may be held in August, subject to seat availability. Applications for the Music Certificate program will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with placement into the appropriate ensemble and private instruction by interview and audition.
Content
The Music Foundation Certificate is a one-year, two-semester program totaling 30 credits. By giving a thorough grounding in the essential elements of music history theory, aural musicianship and rhythm skills, and performance, the program provides a firm base upon which to build musical skills. A core curriculum is supplemented by music and/or academic electives chosen by the student in consultation with a faculty advisor.
- SEMESTER 1
- All of
- One of
- In addition, Music or Academic Elective (s) totaling a minimum of 2 credits*
- SEMESTER 2
- All of
- One of
- In addition, Music or Academic Elective(s) totaling a minimum of 2 credits*
*Note: Music electives may be chosen from:
- MUSI 1030 Fretboard I (Certificate)
- MUSI 1033 Fretboard II (Certificate)
- MUSI 1041-1049 Certificate Chamber Ensemble I
- MUSI 1051-1059 Certificate Chamber Ensemble II
- MUSI 1102 Music and Computers
- MUSI 1202 The Business of Music
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible for a Certificate in Music.
