Ambrose University, located in Calgary, Alberta, is a Christian institution dedicated to providing a transformative education grounded in faith, character, and service. With a heritage dating back to 1921, Ambrose University offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as theology, arts, business, education, and science. The university is known for its supportive community, small class sizes, and personalized attention that fosters an inclusive and engaging learning environment. Ambrose University's commitment to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and community involvement equips students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for successful careers and meaningful contributions to society.

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The Ambrose Bachelor of Music degree is the program in which you can focus on developing your musical performance skills while receiving the support and mentorship of award-winning instructors in a close-knit environment. You will receive specialized instruction in your instrument of choice along with broad-based instruction in music theory, music history, music technology, conducting, and composition. You can choose between classical and jazz streams and benefit from a variety of performance opportunities and work-integrated learning, all of which will prepare you for a successful career. The Bachelor of Music is for those looking to pursue instrumental or vocal performance as a career, for example, a performance musician, conductor, or sound engineer. The Bachelor of Music is offered as a four-year, 120-credit degree program. This timeline is based on a full course load (15 credits/semester). Most courses are three credits. To be considered a full-time student, you must be taking 9-15 credits per semester. Show less

CREDIT BREAKDOWN
The Bachelor of Music is offered as a four-year, 120-credit degree program. This timeline is based on a full course load (15 credits/semester). Most courses are three credits. To be considered a full-time student, you must be taking 9-15 credits per semester.

Featured Courses
MU 275 Fundamentals Of Music Technology
An introduction to the current technology for creating, recording, and producing music. Students will explore recording hardware and software, MIDI-based devices, Digital Audio Workstations (DAW), various audio file formats, basic acoustics, studio recording techniques, and music notation programs while learning to record their own work.

MU 309 Music And Culture
A topics-based course which explores music from different genres, time periods, and styles in order to develop critical thinking skills related to music's relationship to culture.

MU 337 Composition And Arranging
An applied course comprising structured composition projects for a variety of ensembles. Includes a focus on instrumental ranges, characteristics, and techniques.

MU 475 - 1 Recital

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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