Electroacoustic Studies (BFA)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Why choose Electroacoustic Studies?
Create soundscapes for visual media. Design sounds for theatre or sound effects for video games. Craft sonic environments to enhance emotions. Explore the possibilities for creativity through electroacoustic composition, sound design and recording, while training your inner and outer ear.
Yes, you’ll learn about music history, theory, and composition, and also have opportunities to:
- Master stereo and multi-track recording techniques
- Collaborate on university film and animation projects, dance, theatre or performance art installations
- Learn to use software tools to process analog and digital sounds
- Give public performances of creative work
Program details
A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree takes a minimum of three or four years (90 – 120 credits) of full-time study, depending on your academic background.
Concentrations:
- Specialization in Electroacoustic Creative Practices (60 credits)
- Specialization in Electroacoustic Recording Arts (60 credits)
- Major in Electroacoustic Studies (54 credits)
- Minor in Electroacoustic Studies (24 credits)
This program is only available for Fall admission.
Please remember:
- Portfolio submission deadline: March 1
- Check the program availability for the fall, as late applications will continue to be accepted for certain programs for an undetermined amount of time
- Applicants must apply online before submitting a portfolio.
Minimum cut-off averages
- Quebec CEGEP: DEC
- High School: C+
- University Transfers (internal/external): C
- Bacc. français: 11
- International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 26
Course requirements for admission
None. You must meet Concordia’s minimum admission requirements.
Additional requirements for admission
- Letter of intent
- Portfolio
Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.
We consider complete applications year round and we give priority to applicants who apply by official deadlines. Late applications will be considered if places are still available for the fall term only.
| You've sent your application from: | Fall term deadline | Winter term deadline |
| Inside Canada | March 1 Certain programs have extended their deadlines. Please check program availability. |
N/A Admission to this program is only available for the Fall Term. |
| Outside Canada (International) |
February 1 | N/A |
We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.
Sample classes
- Auditory Scene Analysis (ASA) and Aural Skills
- Electroacoustic Composition
- Concordia Laptop Orchestra
- Sound Recording
Consult the Undergraduate Calendar for a complete list of current courses.
Our studios and rehearsal spaces will promote your creativity and abilities as an artist. Enjoy an array of professional facilities and equipment, including:
- Classrooms networked with multimedia, mixing and playback capabilities
- Recording room and control booth
- A full array of electroacoustic studios, including octophonic studio options
- The Oscar Peterson Concert Hall, equipped with a full recording studio
Whether you’re an instrumental or voice student, jazz or classical, you can perform in both large and small ensembles. The department holds many performances throughout the year in university venues and around Montreal such as:
You’ll graduate with the knowledge and discipline to think critically about your work and collaborate with others, and poised to find success in the music industry. Electroacoustic Studies alumni have been recognized through awards and nominations, and are regularly hired by key members of the cultural industries.
Your degree can lead to many paths such as:
- Sound designer/composer/musician for gaming, film and video
- Recording engineer/producer
- Live and studio electroacoustic musician
You’ll be well-placed to pursue graduate studies in electroacoustic composition and recording.
