Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2047
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 English or equivalent and Music OR AMEB Grade 7 or higher in a practical examination and AMEB Grade 5 or higher in Theory or Musicianship, or equivalent.
Additional application information
Students wishing to undertake a specialisation in Music Education enrol in the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education, which is a five-year program.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Audition application closing dates are listed on the "Application for Audition" form at www.music.uq.edu.au.
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
How to applyDuration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2047
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 English or equivalent and Music OR AMEB Grade 7 or higher in a practical examination and AMEB Grade 5 or higher in Theory or Musicianship, or equivalent. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 001956F
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
Audition application closing dates are listed on the "Application for Audition" form at www.music.uq.edu.au.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Music?
The Bachelor of Music is intended for students wishing to pursue a professional career in music, and integrates the development of practical skills with theoretical and historical musical knowledge. All first year students take practical study and may continue to do so into second year depending upon their first year results (alternatively they may take small group tuition in second year). In the first two years students also take courses in music history, techniques and aural training, plus electives from popular music or non-music courses. For their final two years, students choose one of several majors: Composition, Music Performance, Musicology, Composition and Musicology, or Performance and Musicology.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Music.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Music
- Composition Major
- Composition and Musicology Major
- Music Performance Major
- Musicology Major
- Performance and Musicology Major
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Music
Honours
Honours is awarded based on the weighted percentage of specific courses in the program's final year.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Year 12 English or equivalent and Music OR AMEB Grade 7 or higher in a practical examination and AMEB Grade 5 or higher in Theory or Musicianship, or equivalent.
Additional application information
Students wishing to undertake a specialisation in Music Education enrol in the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education, which is a five-year program.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 English or equivalent and Music OR AMEB Grade 7 or higher in a practical examination and AMEB Grade 5 or higher in Theory or Musicianship, or equivalent. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001956F
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
Audition application closing dates are listed on the "Application for Audition" form at www.music.uq.edu.au.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Some courses may incur additional costs such as piano accompaniment.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Music
Careers
Graduates can pursue careers in a diverse range of fields, including music education, music therapy, broadcasting, arts administration, event management, orchestral and vocal performance, music composer, recording engineer, music promoter, producer or arranger.
Program rules for the Bachelor of Music
To complete the Bachelor of Music
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Music, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #64 comprising -
Year 1
- #8 in core studies in music history, techniques, analysis and aural studies;
- #4 in practical studies (music performance); and
- #4 in electives,
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Year 2
- #8 in music techniques and aural training;
- #4 in practical studies (music performance) individual or group tuition;
- #2-4 in music history electives; and
- up to #2 in Chamber Music studies (if taking individual tuition in music performance)
Year 3
- #6-10 in specialised studies(major); and
- #6-10 in music history, techniques, analysis and aural studies
Year 4
- #4-16 in specialised studies (major); and
- up to #12 or more in music history, techniques, analysis and aural studies.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
