Music

Diploma: Diploma

Location: Broadway

International students admissibility: Accepts International Students

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Overview

Launch your career in music and music-related professions by learning from some of Canada’s finest performers, composers, and producers. Audition and specialize in any genre including classical, jazz, contemporary, and electronic music.

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Diploma
Length	The Music Diploma is a two-year, four-term program. Maximum time for completion is five years.
Hours	Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Some evenings and weekends may be required for rehearsals, performances and other activities.
Delivery	Class-based
Campus	Broadway
Start Dates	Sep

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Diploma
Length	The Music Diploma is a two-year, four-term program. Maximum time for completion is five years.
Hours
Delivery	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

Monday to Friday daytime classes
Occasional evening or weekend rehearsals or performances
Classroom instruction
Individual instruction
Lab activities
Rehearsals
Regular jury performances
Outreach activities
Public performances
Assignments
Quizzes and exams

What you will learn

Perform/compose in solo and ensemble contexts in one or many idioms.
Demonstrate critical awareness and the ability to self-evaluate, think and listen critically about core concepts of musicianship.
Demonstrate awareness of historical and contemporary styles and practices in academic, practical skills and other performance contexts.
Meet or exceed standards of musical literacy appropriate at a second-year level of instruction.
Demonstrate successful mastery of vocal, instrumental and/or compositional performance techniques.
Promote themselves as professionals in the music industry and related professions.

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

The Music Diploma is a two-year, four-term program. Maximum time for completion is five years.

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Admission Requirement

ACADEMIC 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. 2. English 12 or Communications 12 with a pass, or equivalent. MUSIC REQUIREMENTS

Successful audition in major performance area. See the VCC Music Application and Audition Requirements for details.
Submit the Supplemental Application form

Note: 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 and are tested on aural perception and rhythmic skills. Minimum standards are equivalent to Preparatory Music Theory 1 & 2 (MUSC 1013 and MUSC 1033), and Preparatory Musicianship 1 & 2 (MUSC 1011 and MUSC 1031). Students who are accepted at the audition but who require upgrading of theory and musicianship may register concurrently in the recommended preparatory courses (MUSC 1011, 1013, MUSC 1031 and MUSC 1033). Students may also register for the other preparatory-level courses (MUSC 1010, 1030, 1054, 1064) and the following diploma-level courses: MUSC 1305, MUSC 1319, and MUSC 2490 (instructor permission and available space required. Students will be wait-listed until available space and instructor permission are confirmed). ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS English language proficiency at an English 12 level, or equivalent Please note all English assessments must have been written in the previous calendar year, with the exception of English 12 taken in Canada. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Music Department is located at the Broadway Campus on the 3^rd floor. Applications, along with transcripts and all supporting documents, will be accepted by VCC between November 1^st and April 1^st. An entrance audition or interview will be scheduled once all required documents are received. Applications received after April 1^st will be considered subject to space availability.

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

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
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

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

Full-time

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	$7,224	Year 1 - $1,833 Year 2 - $1,833 Year 3 - $1,780 Year 4 - $1,780
Student union	$290
College initiative	$181
Materials	$165	not including textbooks
Campus resource	$289
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$570	Provided by Student Union
U-Pass	$657	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$12,914

Books & Supplies

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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	$11,500	$10,000 non-refundable Tuition deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
Application fee	$145
Tuition	$32,879
Student union	$290
College initiative	$190
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$289
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental	$570	Provided by Student Union
Temporary medical insurance	$149	Medical Insurance for International Students
U-Pass	$657	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$38,985

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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

Audition Information: See the Application and Audition Requirements - Music Diploma and Music Prep Certificate for Music Supplemental Application and audition instructions. If you complete all steps by one of the deadlines below, you will be invited to the next scheduled audition interview date. Auditions take place by video submission and Zoom interview. Deadline to apply, submit audition video, and complete theory assessment for 2026:

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)

Audition interviews for 2026:

January 26
February 23
March 30
April 27
May 12
May 26

Contact music@vcc.ca if you have questions.

International students must contact International Education advisors to confirm their study eligibility and the Continuing Studies (CS) department to verify their program eligibility.

Audition Information: See the Application and Audition Requirements - Music Diploma and Music Prep Certificate for audition instructions and submit the Supplemental Application form. If you complete all steps by one of the deadlines below, you will be invited to the next scheduled audition interview date. Auditions take place by video submission and Zoom interview. Upcoming Important Dates: Applications open: See When to Apply Deadlines for applications and auditions:

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