Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary) (BMus/BEd(Sec))
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
5 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2106
Faculties
Arts Faculty
Social & Behavioural Sci Fac
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary):
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary):
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English 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
Please note that the following Music plans are not available as part of the dual program: composition, music performance and musicology.
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 program rules, the Bachelor of Music course list and the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) 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
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
5 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2106
Faculties
Arts Faculty
Social & Behavioural Sci Fac
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary):
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary):
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English 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: 029185C
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 program rules, the Bachelor of Music course list and the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) 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
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 Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary)?
The Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education program is tailored specifically for students wishing to pursue a career in music education. This program offers students two years of practical music studies, followed by three years where students take courses relevant to their specialisation in music education. Eligible students may choose to undertake honours study in music education in their fourth year, and final Year students have the opportunity to undertake teaching area courses that investigate the P-12 Music syllabus, instrumental teaching and choral music education. Graduates are thoroughly prepared for the variety of teaching contexts expected of music teachers throughout primary and secondary school.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary) :
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
The professional year of the Music Education program requires that students complete placement within schools under the supervision of a fully qualified and registered teacher. This is a requirement of the Board of Teacher Registration and students must meet the conditions of the Board in order to qualify for teacher registration. The university arranges this placement on behalf of the students and this process is handled by an appointed person in the School of Education. For further information, please see the section titled Practicum Placements on the School of Education webpage: http://www.uq.edu.au/education/index.html?page=12377&pid=8053
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 or equivalent English 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
Please note that the following Music plans are not available as part of the dual program: composition, music performance and musicology.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English 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: 029185C
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
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 program rules, the Bachelor of Music course list and the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) 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 program rules, the Bachelor of Music course list and the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) 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 Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary)
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Music and the Bachelor of Education for information regarding employment opportunities.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Queensland College of Teachers
Program rules for the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary)
To complete the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Music/Education(Secondary), 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 #80 comprising -
- (a)#48 in accordance with the BMus list; including-
- (i)#32 from Part A Years 1 and 2; and
- (ii)#16 from Part B (excluding first year elective courses) and
- (i)#8 for Part A compulsory;
- (ii)#8 for Part A electives; and
- (iii) #16 in accordance with Part B.
Refer to BMus/BEd rules for further information. Students are advised to consult the BMus/BEd (Sec) dual degree planner on myAdvisor for further information.
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.
