Bachelor of Music
Why study the Bachelor of Music at UNE?
This degree offers students the opportunity to undertake a degree focused on musical study within a variety of sub disciplines. The degree comprises a set of units through which students study creative music making (both performance and composition), musicology (music history, ethnomusicology and social perspectives on music) and all aspects of musical craft (aural training, arranging, harmony etc...). Students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and performance activities may encompass solo performance, jazz groups, choral performances, chamber music, world music, early music and contemporary ensembles.
Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the degree may continue on to a specialised honours degree or on to various courses in education to pursue careers as either private teachers or school teachers.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
3 Years Full-time6 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
New Course2008 STUDY OPTIONS
Not offered in 2008.How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | BMus |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| 2007 UAI | New Course |
| 2007 OP | New Course |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 144 |
| How to apply | New students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC. For more information, click here All other students apply directly to UNE using the undergraduate admission form. For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is any two units of English, AMEB performance standard of Grade 6 |
| Additional Requirements | All students must complete a compulsory audition to enter the course. Information can be obtained from the website http://www.une.edu.au/music/audition.php |
| Advanced Standing | Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis of previous tertiary study. |
| Honours | Candidates who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Music may, on the recommendation of the head of school concerned, continue to an honours year. The honours program shall include advanced coursework and a dissertation. |
| Academic Colours |
Spectrum green (BCC 100) |
| Further Information | 
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Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 144 credit points.
Program of Study
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 120 cps |
| Elective Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |