Program Overview

Music and Sound Program

The Music and Sound program at Simon Fraser University is an interdisciplinary program focused on composition and music technology research. Students work in labs for electroacoustic composition and produce original compositions that are performed by professional musicians. After graduation, potential career paths include working as a composer, performer, or teacher in various musical genres.

Program Overview

• The program is offered by the School for the Contemporary Arts within the Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology.
• It is available at the Vancouver campus.
• Degrees offered: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts.

Career Possibilities

• Composer
• Performer
• Teacher in all musical genres

Admission Requirements

• See the academic calendar for detailed program description and requirements.

How to Apply

• Refer to the undergraduate admission section for application timelines and evaluation processes.

Undergraduate Admission

Overview

• The undergraduate admission process involves applying, transferring to SFU, meeting requirements, and exploring programs.
• Fees and scholarships are also part of the admission process.

Requirements

• Canadian high school requirements
• International High School Students requirements
• United States High School requirements
• Indigenous Students requirements
• College/university transfer requirements
• International Baccalaureate requirements
• Diverse qualifications requirements
• Additional Requirements and Policies by Applicant Type
• Partnerships, including the SFU-Langara Indigenous Transfer Pathway Agreement and the SFU FIC Partnership
• Admission grade ranges

Programs

• Interest Areas
• A-Z Programs
• Faculties
• Programs at Surrey campus
• Programs at Vancouver campus

Fees & Scholarships

• Uggla Family Scholarship
• Entrance Scholarships

Tours & Events

• Virtual Campus Tours
• Campus Tours
• Events, including Faculty Events

Student Experience

• International Student Experience, including getting ready, joining SFU, getting settled, financial planning & support, and academic support
• Indigenous Student Experience
• Hear from SFU Students
• Residence