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HonoursCG51 - Bachelor of Music (Specialisation)
CG51 - Bachelor of Music (Specialisation)
At a GlanceInformation on where the program is available, duration, units of credit as well as contacts for further information.
Aims - StructureAn outline of the programs aims, objectives and outcomes, as well as information on the structure of the program.
Course PlansA detailed list of courses and electives required to complete the program.
Career Opportunities
The Bachelor of Music (Specialisation) is ideal for students considering a career in the music industry as a professional musician, recording or sound engineer, performing or recording artist or composer. Other career options include primary, secondary and tertiary teaching, private studio work, and music related careers in arts administration, communication or creative industries businesses.
About Music (Specialisation)
Creative Music Technologies
This unique degree is ideal for those seriously interested in developing industry relevant skills in music technology. Incorporating traditional live sound recording, this practical-based program also involves creating and performing original works. Committed to traditional music making, all of our creative music technologies students take courses in how to read and write music notation, alongside creating music with new audio technologies. The curriculum features an integrated approach to concepts of theory, linking each concept with practical experience. Creative music technology students have the opportunity to contribute to performances in a variety of settings including tours, festivals, concerts, and corporate functions. As these are delivered in industry settings, students will gain valuable performance experience relevant to their future career and/or interests.
Jazz & Popular Music
The principal focus of the Jazz and Popular Music specialisation is on musical development through performance. In any given year, jazz and popular music students present performances in a variety of settings including tours, festivals, concerts, and corporate functions. As these are delivered in industry settings, students will gain valuable performance experience relevant to their future career and/or interests. The course has been designed to enable specialisations in performance (instrumental or vocal), or composition/arrangement. The curriculum features an integrated approach to concepts of theory, linking each concept with practical experience. Students will be involved in a number and variety of ensembles.