Unit Set Information
Creation and Composition
VET Specialisation
Effective from 01-JAN-2025 : Code VSAABG
This stream is for students who are interested in developing their composition skills. Students are offered weekly classes including composition workshop, ensembles, aural development, theory, music technology, music history and performance practice. On successful completion, students are encouraged to apply and audition for the W76 Bachelor of Music.
Disclaimer
This unit set information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
This VET Specialisation can be studied in the following courses:
Special Admission Requirements
All applicants are required to attend an audition. In addition, all applicants are normally expected to be turning at least 17 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course. A written theory/aural may also be required.
Mode of Delivery
On Campus at Mount Lawley
Unit Set Coordinator
Mr Jeremy GREIG
Non Standard Timetable Requirements
Students may be required to attend evening and weekend rehearsals and performances.
Employment Opportunities
Designed to prepare students for a wide range of careers in the music industry.
VET Specialisation Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
Business Skills | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAIND412 | Provide freelance services |
| CUAIND512 | Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge |
Year 1 - Trimester 3
Copyright | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUACMP511 | Manage copyright arrangements |
Year 1 - Term 3
Wellness and Safety | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMWB401 | Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries |
Year 1 - VET Full
Aural/Theory | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMLT411 | Notate music for performance |
| CUAMLT413 | Analyse basic harmony functions |
| CUAMLT511 | Refine aural perception and memory skills |
Composition | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMCP411 | Develop techniques for arranging music |
| CUAMCP412 | Compose musical pieces |
| CUAMCP513 | Prepare compositions for publishing and performance |
Electronic Media | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMCP511 | Compose music using music technology |
History | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAWRT503 | Write about music |
Music Techniques | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMPF420 | Perform music from written notation |
| CUAMPF511 | Develop programs for performances |
Principal Study | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMPF515 | Develop instrumental techniques and expand repertoire |
Second Study | Unit Code | Unit Title |
| CUAMPF418 | Develop performance techniques on a second instrument |
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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