Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2047
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Music.
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
m/0
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
723002 - B Music
Prerequisites
Year 12 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.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through 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.
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2047
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Music.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 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: 001956F
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 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
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through 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 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
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
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Music.
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.
Music
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Music
Honours
Honours is a modified program of study in year 4, with entry based on grade point average.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
723002 - B Music
Prerequisites
Year 12 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
Students wishing to undertake a specialisation in Music Education enrol in the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education, which is a five-year program.
The Class of Honours will be determined by a weighted GPA of all MUSC courses in year 3 and 4.How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Audition application closing dates are listed on the "Application for Audition" form at www.music.uq.edu.au.
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 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: 001956F
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through 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 30 of the previous year.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Some courses may incur additional costs such as piano accompaniment.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Music
To complete the Bachelor of Music, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
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.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Music.
