Associate Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music - new course

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Associate Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music - new course

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Associate Diploma

Duration 3 years full-time or part-time equiv.

SATAC Code N/A

2009
ATAR N/A

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Program Outline
The Associate Diploma program provides an intensive and broadly-based program of practical and theoretical studies for Indigenous and Aboriginal students.

It aims to prepare graduates to participate in contemporary multicultural Australia in their chosen professions:
- as musicians, composers and music arrangers,
- in education,
- in research,
- in community development activities, particularly those involving music making,
- in the broader music industry.
Students learn a broad range of musical styles from "traditional" to contemporary.

The program consists of two streams:
- The Music Studies (MS) stream is an intensive and broadly based program which aims to develop student's academic and musical skills to a level such that they may consider applying for further study at tertiary level. Literacy based learning and assessment applies in this stream.
- The Community Musician (CM) stream is an intensive and broadly based program designed to develop student's musical skills to a high level and to enable students to participate effectively in community development activities involving music. This stream has a practical focus with fewer literacy based requirements.
Both streams emphasise the realisation of musical and academic potential as a source of expression of individual and community strength and identity.
Related Programs

Advanced Certificate of Aboriginal Studies in Music (new program)

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domestic applicant
international applicant
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Annual tuition fees	Commonwealth-supported place: $5,310
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Enquiries	University Contact Centre

Selection Criteria

How to Apply

See Wilto Yerlo.

International applicants

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Not offered to international students.

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?

Not offered to international students.

Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.
Course areas for the program include:
- music and dance performance
- practical studies
- "traditional" studies
- aural development
- communication & study skills
- music theory
- community and cultural studies
- research studies
- the study of musical styles
- music industry skills and sound production
Electives may include:
- choir
- "traditional" dance
- yidaki (didgeridoo)
- studio techniques and sound production
- song writing, composition and music arranging
- radio production
- computing for musicians
Instruments taught may include:
- guitar
- voice
- bass
- drums and percussion
- keyboard
- saxophone
- flute
- violin
- yidaki (didgeridoo) and other instruments as negotiated
Further Information

Please direct enquiries to the University Contact Centre
Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
Useful Links
- Centre for Australian Indigenous Research and Studies

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Last updated: Wednesday, 8 Sep 2010

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