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.). 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.
Note: information on the Audition can be accessed from the 'I would like to know more about this course' link below.
I would like to know more about this course.Career Opportunities
Students who successfully complete the degree may begin work as qualified professionals in composition, arranging or performance or 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-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
N/A / N/A2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC
For more information, click hereNew domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE
Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BMus | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2011 ATAR | N/A | |||||||||||||||
| 2011 OP | N/A | |||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 144 | |||||||||||||||
| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). All students must complete a compulsory audition to enter the course. Assumed knowledge is any two units of English, AMEB performance standard of Grade 6. Information on the audition can be obtained from the website http://www.une.edu.au/music/audition.php or by clicking on the 'I would like to know more about this course' in the Overview above. |
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| Additional Requirements | Students are expected to have a working knowledge of, and practical experience with, music notation. |
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| Advanced Standing | Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis of previous tertiary study. |
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| 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. |
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| Scholarships | A limited number of first-year lesson scholarships are available to those studying in the internal mode. Scholarship applications form part of the audition process. |
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| Academic Colours |
Spectrum Green (BCC 100) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
All students must complete a compulsory audition to enter the course. Assumed knowledge is any two units of English, AMEB performance standard of Grade 6.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) three years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 36 cps |
| Listed Units | 84 cps |
| Elective Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Music.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.