Bachelor of Music

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)

  The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

  All applicants are required to attend an audition. The audition includes a theory test and an interview. Note: The audition/interview requirement may be waived for current ECU students enrolled in the Diploma of Music, Advanced Diploma of Music, Diploma of Music Industry or Advanced Diploma of Music Industry.

  One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.

  For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.

  All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • University Preparation Course;*
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

  For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

• English Language requirements (Band 3)

  English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)

  The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

  All applicants are required to attend an audition. The audition includes a theory test and an interview. Note: The audition/interview requirement may be waived for current ECU students enrolled in the Diploma of Music, Advanced Diploma of Music, Diploma of Music Industry or Advanced Diploma of Music Industry.

  One or more of the majors in this course has admission requirements. Refer to the major for more information.

  For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.

  All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • University Preparation Course;*
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

  For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

• English Language requirements (Band 3)

  English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Course Details

Semester availability

Semester 1: Study full-time at Mount Lawley

Semester 1: Study part-time at Mount Lawley

Semester 2: Study full-time at Mount Lawley

Semester 2: Study part-time at Mount Lawley

Course Structure

W76|5

For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Majors you can study in this course

Course notes

Important course notes

• Performance Experience requirement

  All students must complete the WIL unit MUS3120 The Art of Teaching and Learning Music offered in collaboration with education partners. The course also offers opportunities for WIL through regular ensemble performance outside of ECU in professional settings, and additional WIL opportunity is available in MUS3150 Music and Community.

Course learning outcomes

1. Adopt a global outlook and exercise respect for cultural diversity, including an enhanced understanding of the music and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples.
2. Apply effective teamwork and leadership skills in various settings according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
3. Communicate clearly and coherently in a range of modes relative to context and audience.
4. Exercise self-reflection, judgement and responsibility in developing artistic practice and individual learning in response to diverse professional contexts.
5. Think creatively to identity, analyse and resolve musical and conceptual problems.
6. Think critically to conceptualise and synthesise musical ideas to inform creative practice.
7. Undertake sustained, high-level independent practice in a chosen music specialisation with reference to its underlying principles and its relationship to history, society and culture.
8. Use digital technologies and music-related literacies skills to successfully assimilate and evaluate relevant information from multiple sources.

Course Details

Semester availability

Semester 1: Study full-time at Mount Lawley

Semester 2: Study full-time at Mount Lawley

Course Structure

W76|5

For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Majors you can study in this course

Course notes

Important course notes

• Performance Experience requirement

  All students must complete the WIL unit MUS3120 The Art of Teaching and Learning Music offered in collaboration with education partners. The course also offers opportunities for WIL through regular ensemble performance outside of ECU in professional settings, and additional WIL opportunity is available in MUS3150 Music and Community.

Course learning outcomes

1. Adopt a global outlook and exercise respect for cultural diversity, including an enhanced understanding of the music and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples.
2. Apply effective teamwork and leadership skills in various settings according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
3. Communicate clearly and coherently in a range of modes relative to context and audience.
4. Exercise self-reflection, judgement and responsibility in developing artistic practice and individual learning in response to diverse professional contexts.
5. Think creatively to identity, analyse and resolve musical and conceptual problems.
6. Think critically to conceptualise and synthesise musical ideas to inform creative practice.
7. Undertake sustained, high-level independent practice in a chosen music specialisation with reference to its underlying principles and its relationship to history, society and culture.
8. Use digital technologies and music-related literacies skills to successfully assimilate and evaluate relevant information from multiple sources.

Fees and Scholarships

Fees

• AUD $9,350 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee ¹

Scholarships

ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.

Career Opportunities

The course provides lifelong transferable skills, equipping graduates for employment in a wide range of professional industries. Regardless of the area of specialisation, the Bachelor of Music prepares students for a wide range of employment options in a variety of different industries. For example, a performance specialisation can lead to employment as an accompanist, orchestral musician, composer, concert manager, music administrator or music teacher. A composition and music technology specialisation can lead to employment as a composer, film scorer, music producer, teacher, DJ or audio technician.

Possible future job titles

Performer, Musician, Classical Artist, Jazz Artist, Contemporary Artist, Pop Artist, Music Artist, Composer, Researcher, Teacher

Similar courses to consider

• Diploma of Music
• Advanced Diploma of Music

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

• Master of Arts (Performing Arts)

Fees and Scholarships

Fees

• AUD $39,450 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee ¹

Scholarships

ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.

Career Opportunities

The course provides lifelong transferable skills, equipping graduates for employment in a wide range of professional industries. Regardless of the area of specialisation, the Bachelor of Music prepares students for a wide range of employment options in a variety of different industries. For example, a performance specialisation can lead to employment as an accompanist, orchestral musician, composer, concert manager, music administrator or music teacher. A composition and music technology specialisation can lead to employment as a composer, film scorer, music producer, teacher, DJ or audio technician.

Possible future job titles

Performer, Musician, Classical Artist, Jazz Artist, Contemporary Artist, Pop Artist, Music Artist, Composer, Researcher, Teacher

Similar courses to consider

• Diploma of Music
• Advanced Diploma of Music

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

• Master of Arts (Performing Arts)