Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano (DMA)

University of British Columbia

Canada, Vancouver

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University of British Columbia

Canada , Vancouver

Key Facts

Program Level

Professional Doctorate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Vancouver

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 7 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 9,884 / per year

Next Intake September-2026

Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano (DMA)

About

The DMA program is designed for performers who have already reached a high level of proficiency and artistry in their fields and who may wish to teach at the university level. This program offers an opportunity to bring creative and performance achievement to a high level while enriching individual backgrounds with academic studies, including specialized training in music history and theory, and other areas of study and research leading to the thesis document and lecture recital/presentation.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

1) Check Eligibility

Minimum Academic Requirements

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement: 90

Reading

Writing

Speaking

Listening

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement: 6.5

Reading

6.0

Writing

6.0

Speaking

6.0

Listening

6.0

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE is not required.

Prior degree, course and other requirements

Prior Degree Requirements

M.Mus degree in piano performance

Course Requirements

i. Outstanding performing ability
ii. M.Mus. degree in piano performance, or equivalent
iii. Knowledge of the music for keyboard instruments from its origin to the twentieth century

Document Requirements

Submit: a written statement of professional goals |comprehensive repertoire list of works studied while working towards the M.Mus. degree. Works performed publicly must be indicated by an asterisk (*) | a term paper (not less than ten pages in length) | a written statement of intent that outlines your future plans, professional goals, and your reasons for applying to this program at UBC. Applicants who audition via video may be requested to participate in an online video interview with UBC Music faculty members as part of the application process.

Career

Career Outcomes

9 students graduated between 2005 and 2013: 2 graduates are seeking employment; for 0 we have no data (based on research conducted between Feb-May 2016). For the remaining 7 graduates:

Sample Employers in Higher Education

Case Western Reserve University
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

Sample Employers Outside Higher Education

Kingsway Conservatory of Music

Sample Job Titles Outside Higher Education

General Manager
Concert Pianist, Music Teacher
Piano Instructor
Teacher

PhD Career Outcome Survey

You may view the full report on career outcomes of UBC PhD graduates on outcomes.grad.ubc.ca.

Disclaimer

These data represent historical employment information and do not guarantee future employment prospects for graduates of this program. They are for informational purposes only. Data were collected through either alumni surveys or internet research.

Career Options

Many of our graduates hold prestigious appointments at universities, colleges, and public schools. Graduates also work as solo artists, in professional chamber ensembles, and commercial music fields around the world. For alumni stories, please explore: https://music.ubc.ca/blog/