Study in Ontario's only undergraduate music therapy degree, and one of Canada's most established programs in the field, with Wilfrid Laurier University's Bachelor of Music Therapy (BMT).
Music therapists use music to support health, well-being and quality of life for individuals and communities. Through specialized coursework, clinical placements and faculty mentorship, learn to help people achieve therapeutic goals in healthcare, education and community settings.
To enter the BMT program, complete two years in Laurier's Bachelor of Music before applying for the final two years. Those who already hold an undergraduate degree can instead pursue Laurier's Master of Music Therapy.
Discover what makes this Laurier program unique and how you’ll gain real-world experience.
Designed for real-world success, this program equips you with the skills, experience and confidence to make a meaningful impact in the field of music therapy:
Here are just a few of our students’ favourite ways to apply their learning in the real world throughout their degree:
Explore a sample weekly schedule to see what your day-to-day might look like in this program.
Get a glimpse of what your will study throughout your degree. See what your first-year courses will look like through sample courses and start exploring what your upper academic years can offer.
Students who wish to pursue the Bachelor of Music Therapy must begin their studies in Laurier's Bachelor of Music.
Students are required to complete all mandatory Bachelor of Music courses, plus the following three courses as their electives:
Explore a variety of courses, specializations and pathway options thet let you shape your degree around your unique interests and goals. Find out how you can customize your experience and prepare for wht's next.
Some Bachelor of Music Therapy graduates choose to pursue Laurier's one-year Master of Music Therapy (MMT) to gain additional credentials and qualify for membership with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
Laurier’s MMT is currently the only music therapy program in Canada recognized by the CRPO, enabling graduates to work in the regulated field of psychotherapy.
Graduates may also go on to further study in areas such as education, social work, occupational therapy or pursue research-based graduate programs.
If you already have an undergraduate degree, we encourage you to explore Laurier’s two-year Master of Music Therapy program. It’s designed for individuals from a range of academic backgrounds who want to enter the field of music therapy and gain the necessary academic and clinical training for certification.
If you're interested in Laurier’s Bachelor of Music Therapy (BMT), you’ll start by enrolling in the Honours Bachelor of Music (BMus). After completing two years of BMus coursework, including required music and psychology courses, eligible students may apply for admission into the BMT program for years 3 and 4.
The purpose of the audition and interview is to assess your musical, academic, interpersonal and self-reflective skills and your readiness for the Music Therapy program and clinical work.
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Music therapists use music to support health, well-being and quality of life for individuals, groups and communities. Laurier's program prepares graduates for professional practice through extensive clinical training, a 1,000-hour internship and eligibility to pursue professional certification.
Our Bachelor of Music Therapy (BMT) graduates go on to a wide range of rewarding careers in a vareity of settings. Here are just a few examples:
As a Laurier alum, you'll have access to Career and Employment Support offered at Laurier for your entire career.
Below is a breakdown of tuition fees and expenses for Laurier Music Therapy students for one year (or two terms) studying full time. Fees are based on 2026/27 rates and are subject to increase. All fees are shown in Canadian dollars.
| Fee Type | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,422 (years 3 or 4) | $36,624 |
| Student Fees | $2,133 | $3,082 |
| Textbook Fees | $1,500 | $1,500 |
See a full breakdown of your first-year expenses.
In addition to entrance scholarships, you’ll automatically be considered for a Faculty of Music audition scholarship—no separate application required. These awards are based on your audition and recognize students who demonstrate strong musical ability, academic achievement, extracurricular involvement and/or financial need. Audition scholarship results are communicated at the same time as your audition results.
Scholarship opportunities continue beyond first year, with additional awards available through an application process.
This is primarily an in-person program, meaning you'll attend classes on campus and learn face-to-face with professors and classmates. When you register for courses, you'll be able to select from available sections and create your timetable.
In-person delivery gives you direct access to faculty, hands-on learning opportunities and a traditional university student experience.
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Have questions? Email choosemusic@wlu.ca, call 548‑889‑8888 or see all Music faculty and staff. Follow us on social media or request a Music Viewbook.
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