Bachelor of Music
Find your rhythm
Music is a gift to be cultivated and nourished in society. It broadens our understanding and appreciation of the world.
Musicians are hard-working, creative, collaborative, analytical and empathetic. They are passionate, and understand the innate value of their work.
What will you do?
Our Bachelor of Music welcomes you into a fun and challenging community. Depending on your interests, you’ll get chances to:
- work with international performers, teachers and guest artists
- compose, record, mix, master and produce sonic projects
- understand the music industry and issues shaping it
- explore cultural, historical and stylistic aspects of Western and non-Western music
- receive intensive professional training and one-on-one tuition
- perform in musical theatre productions.
We offer unique specialisations in:
- Classical Voice
- Music Composition
- Music Education and Pedagogy
- Music Performance – Classical
- Music Performance – Jazz
- Musicology
- Popular Music & Creative Technologies
- Sonic Arts
Where could it take you?
Our graduates go on to all sorts of exciting music careers. You could travel the world as an orchestral musician. You might compose film scores or video game soundtracks. Perhaps you’ll grace the stage as an opera singer, or review concerts and interview artists as a music journalist.
Please note: This degree program contains some courses with practical elements where on-campus attendance is required. If you are student in this program and unable to attend campus, please contact the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics for enrolment advice.
Entry Requirements
Please note: For programs including placements and/or study-related activities in settings where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, it is an inherent requirement that all students be fully vaccinated prior to undertaking the placement and/or study-related activity.
From 30 June 2023, in accordance with Australian government requirements, the University will be returning to face-to-face teaching for all students where it is safe and practical to do so. For students with circumstances where it would not be practical or safe to travel to Australia, exemptions may apply. Students are encouraged to regularly check Study in 2023 and International Student Covid-19 FAQ for information and updates.
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How to Apply
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Fees and Scholarships
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Commonwealth-supported place: $7,990
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More information on Student Contribution Amounts.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Potential careers
Music Educator, Music Festival Director, DJ, Songwriter, Sound Artist, Sound Engineer, Vocal Coach, Vocalist, Instrumental Teacher, Accompanist, Jazz Musician, Band Musician, Music Journalist / Music Critic, Music Teacher, Music Technologist, Music Theory Teacher, Music Tutor, Musical Theatre Performer, Musician, Musician / Singer, Musicologist, Opera Singer, ...
Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Areas of Specialisation
- Classical Voice
- Music Composition
- Music Education and Pedagogy
- Music Performance – Classical
- Music Performance – Jazz
- Musicology
- Popular Music
- Sonic Arts
Example Study Plan
Study plans are available on the Faculty of Arts website.
Related Degrees
Further Study
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Music Composition)
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Music Education and Pedagogy)
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Music Performance - Classical)
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Music Performance - Jazz)
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Musicology)
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts)
Master of Arts
Master of Music (Performance Studies)
Master of Music (Performance and Pedagogy)
Graduate Diploma in Music (Performance and Pedagogy)
Graduate Diploma in Music Performance
Graduate Certificate in Music Teaching
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Last updated: Thursday, 29 Sep 2022