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:
- Major in Electroacoustic Studies (54 credits)
- Minor in Electroacoustic Studies (24 credits)
Annual Capacity: 30 (This program is only available for Fall admission.)
Cegep Profile: No specific profile required.
Additional Requirements
- Portfolio
- Electroacoustic information sheet
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
Minimum Cut-off Averages should be used as indicators. Data may change depending on the quality of the application pool. Admission to the Faculty of Fine Arts is very competitive. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.
- Quebec Cegep (CRC): DEC CRC 18.00
- Canadian High Schools: 65% or C+
- U.S. High Schools: 2.5
- University Transfers: C
Admission to most programs is based on portfolio/audition evaluations as well as academic grades. Applicants selected for admission have normally achieved grades that exceed minimum requirements.
- International Bacc. (IB): A minimum total of 27 points. Admission to competitive programs is based on strong portfolio/auditions and, normally, above-average grades.
- Bacc. Français: A minimum grade of 11/20 for students who have completed their Bacc. Français outside of Quebec. Admission is competitive and based on strong portfolio/auditions and, normally, above-average grades.
Make sure you also meet Concordia’s minimum admission requirements.
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.
We’re proud to offer spaces where you can unleash your creativity and your abilities as an artist. You will enjoy an array of professional facilities and equipment, including:
- Acoustician-designed musical spaces all on one floor, including soundproof practice modules for solo or ensemble rehearsals
- Classrooms networked with multimedia, mixing and playback capabilities
- Recording room and control booth wired to record and playback activities in certain classrooms
- State-of-the-art electroacoustic studios, including octophonic studio options
- Computer-equipped keyboard lab with 16 full-size keyboards
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 the teamwork skills required for collaborating with others. Electroacoustic Studies alumni have been recognized through awards and nominations, and they continue to place well and are hired by key players in Montreal and Canada's cultural industries. Your degree can lead to many paths such as:
- Sound designer/musician for game sound, film and video
- Recording engineer/producer
- Live and studio electroacoustic musician
