★ 58
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 14,000 – CAD 21,000/yr
- Founded
- 1967
9 Best Music & Performing Arts Master's Universities in Canada
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
9 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 56
Star rating 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 16,000 – CAD 28,000/yr
- Founded
- 1964
★ 53
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 21,000 – CAD 29,000/yr
- Founded
- 1838
★ 48
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 15,000 – CAD 23,000/yr
- Founded
- 1988
★ 47
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 18,000 – CAD 26,000/yr
- Founded
- 1965
★ 45
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 15,000 – CAD 24,000/yr
- Founded
- 1962
★ 42
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 14,000 – CAD 20,000/yr
- Founded
- 1969
★ 41
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
- Founded
- 1960
★ 40
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 18,000 – CAD 26,000/yr
- Founded
- 1921
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Canada for Master's Music & Performing Arts?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Cambrian College, British Columbia Institute of Technology, Acadia University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a Master's in Music & Performing Arts cost in Canada?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Music & Performing Arts in Canada?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
Studying Music & Performing Arts at Master's level in Canada
Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Music & Performing Arts at Master's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.
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