Musicology (PhD)
The PhD program in Musicology is small and selective, offering advanced students the opportunity for intensive directed research in the areas of expertise of its faculty.
The program emphasizes professional training in research and scholarship for academic careers in musicology. Given the current character of the discipline, the program encourages interdisciplinary work linking scholarship in music with related humanistic fields relevant to the student’s area of research.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 4 years | Yes | No |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Doctorate
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Program delivery:
- On-campus, Other: Off-campus option for thesis completion
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Outcomes
In this program, you will develop:
- refined skills in music research and bibliography
- expertise in contemporary research methodologies, including the role of race, ethnicity, gender, economics and other social issues in the study of music and the construction of musical narratives and historical practices
- reinforcement of musical practices and theories across a variety of genres and historical periods
- professional development in teaching, course design and research experience across a number of selected areas
- professional development in presenting research in peer-review settings
- advanced writing skills, including peer-reviewed publication
- refined abilities in peer assessment
- refined abilities in close-reading, rhetorical analysis and textual criticism
- refined presentation abilities (including public speaking and electronic presentation formats)
Find a supervisor
Supervisors are assigned after admission based on availability and area of research. PhD candidates will only be considered if their research area of interest aligns with current research interests of UVic faculty across all relevant and related disciplines.
Ann Elliott-Goldschmid
Associate Professor Violin, String Chamber Music, Strings Mentoring
Joseph Salem
Associate Professor, Graduate Advisor Music History, Musicology, Theory
Kirk McNally
Associate Professor Recording Techniques, Music Technology, Sound Recording
Pamela Highbaugh Aloni
Associate Professor Cello, String Chamber Music, Strings Mentoring
Pamela Highbaugh Aloni
Associate Professor Cello, String Chamber Music, Strings Mentoring
Patrick Boyle
Associate Professor Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Studies, Theory, Musicology, Business of Music
Program details
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Program details
Application deadlines
Admission requirements
Program specific requirements
As part of your application, you must submit:
- two writing samples (10–25 pages per sample preferred) in addition to standard application requirements
- a one- to two-page statement outlining your background, your goals as a musician and/or scholar and outlining the research interests of the applicant at UVic
Program specific requirements
As part of your application, you must submit:
- two writing samples (10–25 pages per sample preferred) in addition to standard application requirements
- a one- to two-page statement outlining your background, your goals as a musician and/or scholar and outlining the research interests of the applicant at UVic
Completion requirements
Funding & aid
Tuition & fees
Estimated minimum program cost*
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Faculties & departments
Need help?
Contact Linda Sheldon at musi@uvic.ca or 250-721-7902.