University of Toronto Scarborough
Music Industry & Technology (Joint Program with Centennial College)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Military Trail Toronto ON M1C 1A4
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
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Course Overview
Music Industry & Technology (Joint Program with Centennial College) at University of Toronto Scarborough in Toronto, Ontario, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Music technology graduates work as audio engineers, music producers, sound designers and post-production specialists for recording studios, broadcast, gaming and live events. The convergence of music and technology creates growing demand across the creative industries.
Student life (indicative)
Toronto is Canada's cultural and economic capital — incredibly diverse food from every country, a major arts and music scene, NBA and NHL teams, great neighbourhoods to explore, and one of the most cosmopolitan student environments in North America.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
94,498
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
29.8%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£44,240
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Music Industry & Technology (Joint Program with Centennial College)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Music Industry & Technology (Joint Program with Centennial College) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Music Industry & Technology (Joint Program with Centennial College)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
94,498
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
30%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Toronto is Canada's cultural and economic capital — incredibly diverse food from every country, a major arts and music scene, NBA and NHL teams, great neighbourhoods to explore, and one of the most cosmopolitan student environments in North America.
- Toronto is Canada's cultural and economic capital — incredibly diverse food from every country, a major arts and music scene, NBA and NHL teams, great neighbourhoods to explore, and one of the most cosmopolitan student environments in North America.
What Students Love
- Diverse international food scene
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Major shopping & retail hub
- Rich arts & cultural scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£44,240
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Music technology graduates work as audio engineers, music producers, sound designers and post-production specialists for recording studios, broadcast, gaming and live events. The convergence of music and technology creates growing demand across the creative industries.
- Music technology graduates work as audio engineers, music producers, sound designers and post-production specialists for recording studios, broadcast, gaming and live events.
- The convergence of music and technology creates growing demand across the creative industries.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Finance
- Technology
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,343/month (housing $1,460, food $465, transport $138). Toronto's costs are high by Canadian standards, but Canada's best graduate job market is right outside the door.
- Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,343/month (housing $1,460, food $465, transport $138).
- Toronto's costs are high by Canadian standards, but Canada's best graduate job market is right outside the door.