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Bachelor of Music

Brandon University · Brandon, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

Level

Bachelor's

Duration

Full-time bachelor's degree

Tuition / year

C$17,904 (≈ ₹12 lakh)

Intakes

September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)

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Course overview

Bachelor of Music is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Brandon University in Brandon, Canada. It takes Full-time bachelor's degree, with intakes in September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August).

Brandon University is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityBrandon University (Public)
LocationBrandon, Canada
CourseBachelor of Music
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaArts, Design & Media
DurationFull-time bachelor's degree
Tuition per yearC$17,904 (≈ ₹12 lakh)
IntakesSeptember (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$17,904 a year, about ₹12 lakh.

2025-26 international tuition for 10 on-campus courses (CAD 1,790.43 each, School of Music); CAD 20,750.16 with compulsory fees. Health insurance extra

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn CADApprox. in rupees
McMaster Hall double with Value Meal PlanC$4,700per term≈ ₹3.1 lakh
Darrach or Flora Cowan standard single with meal planC$5,100–5,475per term≈ ₹3.4 lakh – ₹3.7 lakh
McMaster Hall single with meal planC$5,650–6,650per term≈ ₹3.8 lakh – ₹4.5 lakh
Residence depositCredited towards housing feesC$350one-off≈ ₹23,450

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Average (median) salary

C$35,900

≈ ₹24.1 lakh a year

Median employment income two years after graduation, Undergraduate degree

Job roles

  • Musician
  • Music producer
  • Sound engineer
  • Sound designer
  • Music therapist
  • Private music teacher

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Universal Music Group
  • Sony
  • Warner Music Group
  • Spotify
  • TUI
  • BBC
  • Disney
  • Netflix
  • Apple
  • Abbey Road Studios

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Brandon University for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Final-year results in five academic subjects with an overall average of C or higher (BU's general international guideline). BU does not publish an India-specific percentage; ask Admissions.
  • Deadlines: 1 April for September and 1 August for January; applications after 1 April are considered for January.
  • Official transcripts must come directly from your school or exam board, with a principal's letter if you are in your final year.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 (undergraduate and graduate)
PTE Academic58
Duolingo120, with at least 105 in all components
TOEFL iBT4.5 with 4.0 in each section (tests from 21 January 2026); 86 with 20 per section for older tests
Class 12 English waiverThree years of English-medium secondary school can meet the requirement

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Intakes

This course starts in: September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Official Class 10 and 12 transcripts (and any college transcripts)
  • Principal's letter confirming graduation (final-year students)
  • English test score, unless you qualify for a waiver
  • Valid passport

About Brandon University

Brandon University (BU) is a public university in Brandon, Manitoba. It began as Brandon College, a Baptist college founded at the turn of the 20th century, and received its university charter in 1967. It has faculties of Arts, Science, Education and Health Studies and a School of Music, and graduate programmes in education, music, psychiatric nursing, environmental and life sciences and rural development.

For Indian students, the most relevant options are the four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (streams in general management, accounting, talent management and business analytics) and science degrees such as Environmental Science. International tuition is charged per course, at about CAD 16,900 a year in Arts for 10 courses (2025-26).

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FAQs

What is the fee for Bachelor of Music at Brandon University?

The tuition for international students is C$17,904 a year (about ₹12 lakh). 2025-26 international tuition for 10 on-campus courses (CAD 1,790.43 each, School of Music); CAD 20,750.16 with compulsory fees. Health insurance extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Bachelor of Music?

The course takes Full-time bachelor's degree.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. Brandon University: Bachelor of Music (opens in a new tab)
  2. BU: International undergraduate tuition table 2025-26 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  3. BU: International graduate tuition table 2025-26 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  4. BU: International admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. BU: English proficiency requirements (opens in a new tab)

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