Advanced Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music

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Advanced Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Associate Diploma

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

SATAC Code N/A

2011
ATAR N/A

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Program Outline
The Advanced Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music program provides intensive and broadly-based programs in performance, practical, theoretical, industry, style, cultural and research studies.

CASM programs aim to prepare graduates to participate in professional life, including:
- as performers, composers and arrangers
- in education
- in research
- in sound engineering and production
- in community development activities - particularly those involving music making
- in the broader music and performing arts industries
- in arts curation, managment and administration
- through further studies
Students study a range of musical styles from traditional to contemporary. These include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music and dance, as well as blues, rock, country, reggae, jazz, classical, hiphop/rap, soul, and metal.

Admission to the Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal Studies in Music normally depends upon satisfactory completion of all courses in the Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music.

CASM reserves the right to permit admission to the Advanced Diploma of Aboriginal Studies in Music to students who have not completed the Diploma in Aboriginal Studies in Music, but who provide evidence of appropriate, equivalent skills and/or prior study in all areas covered within the Diploma Program. This would normally be through formal study and relevant experience.
Program Structure
Program Structure

Course areas for Advanced Diploma are broadly based and include:
- Performance
- Instrumental/Vocal Studies
- Songwriting, Composition and Arranging
- Theory of Music and Notation
- Aural Skills
- Academic and Research Skills
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
- Style Studies
- Sound Engineering and Production
- Computers and Music
- Industry Skills
- Career Management
- Electives
Electives may include:
- choir
- traditional dance
- yidaki (didgeridoo)
- studio techniques and sound production
- song writing, composition
- radio presentation
- computing for musicians
Instruments taught may include:
- guitar
- voice
- bass
- drums and percussion
- keyboard
- saxophone
- flute
- violin
- yidaki (didgeridoo)
- other instruments as negotiated
Related Programs

Diploma of Aboriginal Studies in Music (new program)

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Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2012 (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

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Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)

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Last updated: Wednesday, 4 Apr 2012

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