Preparatory Music
Overview
The Preparatory Certificate provides students with the foundation in music theory, skills development, and performance needed to successfully enter the VCC Music Diploma program.
| Tuition | N/A |
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| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 8 months (September to April). Maximum time for completion: 2 years |
| Hours | |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online, Class-based |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start Dates | Sep |
| Tuition | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 8 months (September to April). Maximum time for completion: 2 years |
| Hours | |
| Delivery | Class-based and Online, Class-based |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start Dates | Sep |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
My time at Vancouver Community College’s Music and Dance Program has been nothing short of transformative. What began as a pursuit of artistic excellence evolved into a journey that not only refined my skills but also shaped me into a more confident and expressive individual.
John Dow, Music & Dance
What to expect
- Supportive, lively community of musicians working collaboratively on music skills
- Participation in classes, ensembles and one-on-one lessons
- Instruction to develop musical capabilities in preparation for college-level music study.
What you will learn
- Read treble and bass clefs.
- Sing and write pentatonic and diatonic melodies.
- Perform basic simple and compound-meter rhythms.
- Identify, construct, and sing diatonic triads, intervals, modes, and scales.
- Identify written key signatures, intervals, diatonic scales and triads, and cadences.
- Transcribe melodic and rhythmic dictations from various cultures and traditions.
- Practice rehearsal etiquette and performance mindset.
- Create basic program notes on music to be performed.
- Assess performance of peers using basic elements of constructive criticism.
- Perform or compose pieces using basic technical elements with consistent accuracy and control.
- Analyze harmonic, rhythmic, and melodic elements of music.
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
8 months (September to April). Maximum time for completion: 2 years
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Admission Requirement
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS- Grade 12 graduation, GED or equivalent
- Note: Applicants who have not graduated from high school may still be considered, with permission from the Music Department Leader.
- English 12 or Communications 12 with a pass, or equivalent.
- Successful audition in major performance area. See the VCC Music Application and Audition Requirements for details.
- Submit the Supplemental Application form.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
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Demonstrates potential in area of specialization
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Strong motivation and commitment to music
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Basic computer facility
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Not currently available.
Courses
Course list is not available at the moment.
Course list is not available at the moment.
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and Costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,409 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $55 | |
| Materials | $83 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | $177 | |
| Laundry | ||
| Uniform (Deposit) | ||
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| U-Pass | $376 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $7,337 |
Books & Supplies
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC
No-cost textbooks are available for this program.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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| Tuition deposit | $10,250 |
$10,000 non-refundable
Tuition deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued. |
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| Application fee | $145 | |
| Tuition | $12,038 | |
| Student union | $145 | |
| College initiative | $57 | |
| Materials | not including textbooks | |
| Campus resource | $177 | |
| Laundry | ||
| Uniform (Deposit) | ||
| Medical & Dental | $285 | Provided by Student Union |
| Temporary medical insurance | Medical Insurance for International Students | |
| U-Pass | $376 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $15,225 |
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
* Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.
Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.
Application Process
- January 12 (for January 26 audition interview)
- February 9 (for February 23 audition interview)
- March 16 (for March 30 audition interview)
- April 13 (for April 27 audition interview)
- April 28 (for May 12 audition interview)
- May 12 (for May 26 audition interview)
- January 26
- February 23
- March 30
- April 27
- May 12
- May 26
International students must contact International Education advisors to confirm their study eligibility and the Continuing Studies (CS) department to verify their program eligibility.
- January 29 audition interview, deadline is January 22
- February 26 audition, deadline is February 5
- March 26 audition, deadline is March 5
- April 23 audition, deadline is April 2
- May 5 audition, deadline is April 14
- May 28 audition, deadline is May 7
Contact us
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Program information
Program head name
Advising
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
For International students
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