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Graduate Diploma in Music Performance

Degree Type Graduate Diploma

Duration 1 year full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 3GD028

2009
ATAR
N/A

  • Program Outline

    The Elder Conservatorium of Music offers the coursework program, Graduate Diploma in Music Performance, in a lively community of musicians.

    The Elder Music Library has an extensive music collection and forms a considerable resource.

    The Conservatorium recognises:

    • the significance of the music to the cultural life of society;
    • the importance of exploring new parameters of artistic and scholarly endeavour;
    • the importance of developing the highest professional standards of music training and education; and
    • the importance of fostering and maintaining close links with professional arts bodies as well as the wider community through course offerings, public lectures, performances, workshops, seminars and other events.
  • Program Structure
    The program consists of 24 units of study and comprises performance tuition through preparation of a major recital (12 units), a minor recital (6 units) and negotiated projects (6 units). The recitals provide the opportunity to present a program of works in the major study and may include solo works, chamber music, orchestral material, concerti or accompaniment. The negotiated projects allow the student to select an activity that complements their major study with negotiated learning outcomes and modes of assessment.
  • Assessment

    Recitals and negotiated projects.

  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 3GD028
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Australian Full-fee place: $17,500
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only.
    Completed Bachelor's degree in Music and submit an audition CD to the Elder Conservatorium.
    Additional Entry Requirements ?
    All applicants MUST audition with the Conservatorium to be considered. See the website http://www.music.adelaide.edu.au/students/prospective/pg_auditions/ for an application form and details.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 3GD028

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Prerequisites ?
    Bachelor of Music
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    Additional Entry Requirements ?
    Entry is subject to satisfactory audition. All applicants for instrumental or vocal place are required to prepare contrasting works, with a total duration of 10-15 minutes. Applicants must submit an audio recording (preferable in CD format) or video recording (videotape in PAL or NTSC format, VCD, or DVD). Refer to page 78 of the Undergraduate International Prospectus 2009 for more detailed information on audition requirements.
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
  • 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.

    The program consists of 24 units of study and comprises performance tuition through preparation of a major recital (12 units), a minor recital (6 units) and negotiated projects (6 units). The recitals provide the opportunity to present a program of works in the major study and may include solo works, chamber music, orchestral material, concerti or accompaniment. The negotiated projects allow the student to select an activity that complements their major study with negotiated learning outcomes and modes of assessment.
  • Career Opportunities
    Graduates from this program have various performance opportunities in public and private practice, and often undertake teaching in the private studio.
  • Further Information
    Associate Professor Kimi Coaldrake, Ph: 8303 5823, e-mail: kimi.coaldrake@adelaide.edu.au, web: http://www.music.adelaide.edu.au/.
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Last updated: Friday, 23 Apr 2010

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