1) Candidates are required to have one of the following: a BMus; a four-year honours BA in music; an equivalent degree, certificate, or diploma. They must have achieved a 75 per cent (B+) average in their undergraduate degree or equivalent diploma. Students must understand, speak and write either English or French fluently. In addition, they must have a passive knowledge of Canada's other official language, French or English. According to university regulations, students can write their parpers and exam in the official language of their choice (either English or French).
2) No equivalencies or advanced standing are granted. Candidates who have already successfully completed some of the compulsory credits may be allowed to replace those credits with elective credits. For details, consult section B.2.7.c. of the General Regulations of the FGPS.