Music - Diploma

Students in VCC’s two-year diploma program train with some of Canada’s finest musicians. Audition as a music major in any of seven specialty areas: classical voice, jazz and contemporary voice, composition, composition/arranging, instrumental studies, contemporary instrumental music, and keyboard studies.

We are still accepting applications in some areas for our final day of auditions on August 14th. The deadline to apply is July 12, 2017.”

Please contact music@vcc.ca for more information.

Program Status:
Accepting applications for Fall 2017.

Program one-pager

Start	Length	Credentials	Campus	Part- or Full-time
September	2 years	Diploma	Broadway	Full-time

Apply Now

Music - Diploma

Apply Now

We are still accepting applications in some areas for our final day of auditions on August 14th. The deadline to apply is July 12, 2017.”

Please contact music@vcc.ca for more information.

Online	Mail	In Person
If you're ready and know the program you want, apply now.	Download and complete the (PDF) application/registration form and mail it to VCC Registrar's Office	Visit us at one of our campus locations.

After you apply, you can check application status to see if all of the requirements have been met or to update contact information. Please use the temporary login ID and Personal Identification Number (PIN) that you used to complete your original online application.

Program Description

Music - Diploma

Program Description

The Music Diploma is a full‐time, two‐year program.
The average course load, with electives, is 17 to 18 credits per semester. Students may not register for more than the maximum number of credits in their major without written permission from the Department Head of the School of Music and Dance. A minimum full‐time course load is 12 credits per term, but dropping below 14 credits requires approval from the Department Head of the School of Music and Dance. Normally, students taking fewer than 12 credits in a term will not be entitled to private instruction. In exceptional circumstances, students will be allowed to register for private instruction with fewer than 12 credits total. However, in order for such an exception to apply, the student must have previously completed all academic and skills‐course requirements for the term of private instruction in which they are registering. Note that the Music Diploma requires a minimum of 70 credits for graduation. Students select courses to complete their program from music electives and/or post‐secondary English. Students intending to continue their studies at a university are strongly advised to take two terms of post‐secondary English.

Choose a music diploma major below to see specific courses.

Major in Classical Voice
Major in Composition
Major in Composition/Arranging
Major in Contemporary Instrumental Music (may include percussion, jazz & contemporary guitar, brass, strings, winds, jazz & contemporary keyboard, or bass)
Major in Instrumental Studies (may include winds, strings, brass, classical guitar or double bass)
Major in Jazz/Contemporary Voice
Major in Keyboard Studies

Admission Requirements

Music - Diploma

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Please note that you must submit official transcripts and educational documents to support your application; unfortunately, we cannot accept photocopies or fax versions.

Program Specific

Missing prerequisites? VCC offers courses in Adult Upgrading and English as an Additional Language to help you meet your goals.

All applicants to the Music Diploma program must submit a School of Music application form.
Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent required.
English 12 or Communications 12 or equivalent is required for those students who did not graduate from high school in Canada

TOEFL score of 550 or higher (213 computer based)
IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic module with no band less than 6.0
English 12 taken in Canada
VCC English Language Assessment minimum overall score of 145, with speaking minimum 27/30, listening minimum of 27/30, essay score minimum of 16/30, and reading minimum 50/70
LPI with an overall score of 4, with a 5 in English usage and 26 on the essay

Audition requirements differ for each instrument and vary from option to option. For specific audition requirements, see the School of Music website.

Entrance auditions and musicianship examinations are held from February through May. Applicants for admission to the Music Diploma program will write a diagnostic examination in theory (the course content of Basic Theory 1003) and are tested on aural perception, rhythmic skills. Minimum standards are equivalent to Basic Theory 1003 and Kodály Solfège 1001 (basic literacy at this level is roughly equivalent to Royal Conservatory of Music, Grade 2)

Recommended Characteristics:

Ability to communicate effectively
Outstanding potential in area of specialization
Strongly motivated and proven ability to work to deadlines
Good organizational skills
Basic computer, word processing, and music notation software skills

Course Schedule

Music - Diploma

Courses Schedule

Choose a music diploma major below to see specific courses.

Major in Classical Voice
Major in Composition
Major in Composition/Arranging
Major in Contemporary Instrumental Music
(may include percussion, jazz & contemporary guitar, brass, strings, winds, jazz & contemporary keyboard, or bass)
Major in Instrumental Studies
(may include winds, strings, brass, classical guitar or double bass)
Major in Jazz/Contemporary Voice
Major in Keyboard Studies

Fees and Other costs

Music - Diploma

Application Fee

$35

Tuition Fee

$86 - per credit hour

Student Union Fee

$29 - per term

College Initiative Fee

$3 per credit hour

Student Union Health Plan Fee

- if applicable

Student Union Dental Plan Fee

if applicable

U-Pass Fee

$39 - per month subject to eligibility

Other Costs

$21	- Graduation Fees
$25 to $29 per term	- Campus Resource Fee
$34	- Material Fee
$631 - $710	- Private Instruction
$372	- Minor Study
At the time of acceptance, a $300 non-refundable deposit will be required to hold your seat if accepted more than two months before the start date of the program. Full payment of the first installment will be required within two months before the start date.

For book lists and prices, check Bookstore.

Fees are approximate and subject to change without notice. Students are responsible for any increase in fees if advanced payments are made. The application fee is non-refundable. Fees are refunded according to the refund policy. For further clarification, see withdrawals and refunds information page.

Program FAQ

Music - Diploma

Program FAQ

Read our Program FAQs

Info Sessions

Music - Diploma

Info Sessions

VCC Music has been training musicians for 40 years for success on the world’s stages. Highly-regarded for its academic and skills curricula, VCC offers a two-year diploma and subsequent two-year Music - Bachelor of Applied Music degree. Both credentials place an emphasis on music and media, career opportunities and performance techniques.

VCC welcomes instrumentalists and vocalists in rock and popular music, as well as music traditions from other cultures.

VCC offers part-time access to some diploma and degree courses (including ensembles), as well as basic musicianship courses (theory and ear training) and our large, community-based Willan Choir.

Date	Day	Time	Room	Location
June 28, 2017	Wednesday	4:15 - 5:15 p.m.	3001	Broadway
August 9, 2017	Wednesday	4:15 - 5:15 p.m.	3001	Broadway

View all Info Sessions/Tours >>

Music - Diploma

Questions?

Before you send us an email, please ensure you have reviewed

Detailed information on Music - Diploma (use the Program Menu)
the frequently asked questions on Music - Diploma FAQ

As well, if you meet any of the following criteria, please follow the links for more information, instead of sending the form:

you are an international student
you are looking for financial aid
you are looking for program advising (book appointment, visit our office)
you have already applied and want to check your application status

Contact us:

email: music@vcc.ca

Program Highlights

Music - Diploma

Program Highlights

/programscourses/program-areas/program-highlights/music/

Career Prospects

Music - Diploma

Career Prospects

Student Outcomes
Career Coach - look up the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training
VCC Career Services
BC Student Outcomes Dashboard

Course Schedule

Music - Diploma

Courses Schedule

Current Schedules
Upcoming Schedules
Course Listing

No courses are currently scheduled for this Spring 2017 (201750)Spring/Summer 2017 (201760) term.
Please check upcoming schedules or course listing.

Upcoming schedules for Fall 2017 term(s) are in process.
Please check back regularly.

Term 1
(MUSC 1101) Kodály Solfège I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 1103) Materials of Music I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1104) Performance Techniques I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 1105) Music History I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1108) Rhythm Studies I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 1110) Applied Music – Composition I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1120) Applied Music – Jazz/Contemporary Voice I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1130) Applied Music - Classical Voice I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1150) Applied Music – Classical Keyboard I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1194) Ensemble – New Music Ensemble I schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 119X) Ensemble I schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 11XX) Applied Music I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1319) Music and Media I schedule	2.0 credits

Term 2
(MUSC 1201) Kodály Solfège II schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 1203) Materials of Music II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1204) Performance Techniques II schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 1205) Music History II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1206) Jazz History schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1210) Applied Music – Composition II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1217) Jazz Improvisation I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 1220) Applied Music – Jazz/Contemporary Voice II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1230) Applied Music – Classical Voice II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1250) Applied Music – Classical Keyboard II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1294) Ensemble- New Music Ensemble II schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 129X) Ensemble II schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 12XX) Applied Music II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 1419) Music and Media II schedule	2.0 credits

Term 3
(MUSC 1102) Electronic Music I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2100) Commercial Ear Training I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2101) Kodály Solfège III schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2103) Materials of Music III schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2104) Performance Techniques III schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2105) Music History III schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2110) Applied Music – Composition III schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2115) Jazz Theory I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2117) Jazz Improvisation II schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2118) Arranging I schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2120) Applied Music – Jazz/Contemporary Voice III schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2130) Applied Music – Classical Voice III schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2150) Applied Music – Classical Keyboard III schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2194) Ensemble – New Music Ensemble III schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 219X) Ensemble III schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 21XX) Applied Music III schedule	3.0 credits

Term 4
(MUSC 1202) Electronic Music II schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2200) Commercial Ear Training II schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2201) Kodály Solfège IV schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2203) Materials of Music IV schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2204) Performance Techniques IV schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2205) Music History IV schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2207) Career Opportunities in Music I schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2210) Applied Music – Composition IV schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2215) Jazz Theory II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2217) Jazz Improvisation III schedule	2.0 credits
(MUSC 2218) Arranging II schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2220) Applied Music – Jazz/Contemporary Voice IV schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2230) Applied Music – Classical Voice IV schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2250) Applied Music – Classical Keyboard IV schedule	3.0 credits
(MUSC 2294) Ensemble – New Music Ensemble IV schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 229X) Ensemble IV schedule	1.0 credits
(MUSC 22XX) Applied Music IV schedule	3.0 credits

Sign up for an info session




*indicates mandatory field
Check box to receive occasional email updates, contest info, program info and news about VCC.