The Preparatory Certificate provides students with the foundation in music theory, skills development, and performance needed to successfully enter the VCC Music Diploma program.
8 months (September to April). Maximum time for completion: 2 years
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
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.
MUSIC REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrates potential in area of specialization
Strong motivation and commitment to music
Basic computer facility
PLAR is available for the following courses:
Prior learning is assessed in the following ways:
Please contact the Department for details. See Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy for more information.
| Term One | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MUSC 1011 | Preparatory Musicianship 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 1013 | Preparatory Music Theory 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 1041 | Preparatory Performance Techniques 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 1050 | Preparatory Music Individual Instruction 1 | 1.5 |
| MUSC 1054 | Preparatory Class Piano 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 2490 | Performance Ensemble 1 | 1.5 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Term Two | ||
| MUSC 1031 | Preparatory Musicianship 2 | 2 |
| MUSC 1033 | Preparatory Music Theory 2 | 2 |
| MUSC 1042 | Preparatory Performance Techniques 2 | 1 |
| MUSC 1060 | Preparatory Music Individual Instruction 2 | 1.5 |
| MUSC 1064 | Preparatory Class Piano 2 | 1 |
| MUSC 2490 | Performance Ensemble 1 | 1.5 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
”Performance Ensemble” is repeatable for credit. Students require 4 terms (6 cr.) of “Performance Ensemble” to graduate. Students may participate in any VCC ensemble (or community ensemble as approved by the Department Head), subject to audition and/or entrance requirements.
* 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.
Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
Tuition Deposit: 10000 (10000 non-refundable).
Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
| Tuition Deposit |
10000 (10000 non-refundable) Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued. |
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| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 145 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 11570 |
Breakdown
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| Student union | 142 | |
| College initiative | 55 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 116 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical and Dental | 285 | |
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 368 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
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* 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.
Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.
Audition Information:
See the Application and Audition Requirements - Bachelor of Applied Music for Music Supplemental Application (PDF file open in new tab) 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.
Upcoming Important Dates:
Applications open: See When to Apply
Deadline to apply for 2025:
Audition interviews for 2025:
Contact music@vcc.ca if you have questions.
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