Program Description
The Graduate Diploma (Gr. Dip.) in Performance offered by the Schulich School of Music is a course-based program that emphasizes stimulating and dynamic learning opportunities. Our comprehensive and innovative program offers a specialized and practical curriculum designed to equip students with advanced skills in performance.
Keywords: one-year, refine technique, coaching, practice, performance, performance options, soloist, opera, collaborative piano, piano, jazz, orchestral instruments.
Unique Program Features
- The program is designed for excellent musicians to refine their technique and master repertoire through intensive coaching, practice, and performance projects.
- Flexible program requirements prepares musicians for professional careers as soloist, opera singers, collaborative pianists, chamber, jazz and orchestral musicians or for further graduate studies in performance;
- The School houses several performance spaces, research & production laboratories, and two libraries with a vast collection of music resources. It is also home to the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology (CIRMMT), an inter-institutional research centre containing six dedicated research labs and work spaces;
- Prospective students are encouraged to connect with student ambassadors before applying.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.
Program Website
Graduate Diploma in Performance website
Department Contact
Graduate Program graduateadmissions.music [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Graduate%20Diploma%20in%20Performance) (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | December 1 | December 1 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.