Wilfrid Laurier University
| Laurier traces its roots to the opening of the Evangelical Lutheran Seminary in Waterloo more than 100 years ago in 1911. We’ve gone through several changes since then, and in 1973 our name changed from Waterloo Lutheran University to Wilfrid Laurier University. In 1999, we opened our campus in Brantford. |
| Acadamic Programs | |
| Chamber Music (Diploma) | Laurier’s diploma in Chamber Music is an opportunity for aspiring musicians to develop their skills. Over the course of two academic terms, you’ll receive intensive training from our faculty and instructors and be given every opportunity to improve your technical and performance skill. |
| Christian Studies and Global Song (Option) | For the Christian Studies and Global Song option, you’ll study the theological and biblical background for music ministry, and develop your practical skills in leading song and prayer – all from a global perspective. |
| Community Music (MA) | Our Master of Arts (MA) in Community Music is an interdisciplinary program that balances theory and practice for the development of leadership skills in community music. You’ll complete an applied community service placement and a research project. |
| Community Music (BMus) | In Community Music, you’ll learn and experience the benefits of introducing music into different settings within a range of community contexts. You’ll be introduced to a music-making approach that stresses active collaboration through creative songwriting, improvisation and group performance. |
| Management (Option) | The fundamentals of business are at the heart of any organization and many careers. While you complete your degree in an arts, economics, science or music program, our Management Option will provide you with an understanding of the core principles of the business world, including accounting, marketing, human resources, operations, policy and finance. |
| Music (BMus) | Take your talent to the stage, work alongside prominent musical artists and choose from a number of specializations to personalize your academic experience. Laurier’s Bachelor of Music trains musicians of all interests, inspiring future performers, composers, theorists, educators, musicologists and alumni who pursue careers in law, medicine and business. |
| Music and Cultural History (Option) | The Music and Cultural History Option will deepen your knowledge about music’s connection to cultural history. This option is designed both for Music majors interested in contextualizing their studies in history and theory and for non-Music students seeking to enhance their musical appreciation and understanding. |
| Music Therapy (MMT) | Our Master of Music Therapy (MMT) program is the longest-running graduate music therapy program in Canada. The philosophy of our program is music-centred psychotherapy. Clinical musicianship and psychotherapeutic techniques are developed through clinical, theoretical and experiential practices. |
| Music Therapy (BMT) | Music Therapy uses music to address physical, emotional, intellectual or learning challenges. You’ll see first-hand the impact music therapy has on developing a client’s potential abilities and enhancing their quality of life. In Laurier’s Music Therapy program, you’ll participate in supervised group and individual placements with a diverse set of clients, including those with learning disabilities, autism, special needs, adolescents and geriatrics. |
| Opera (Diploma) | Laurier’s diploma in Opera is a two-term program that offers focused instruction in voice and opera to help you hone your existing skills and develop new ones. You’ll work with renowned faculty who will help take your performance and knowledge of the craft to the next level. You’ll work with prominent stage directors and receive instruction in movement, acting, stagecraft and makeup. |