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Master of Music (by Research)
Griffith University
| Cost | Level | Mode | Length | Award | Entry Date/s | |
| 40480 AUD 1,2 | Postgraduate/Masters | Full Time | 4 sems | Masters | ||
| Notes: |
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AUD 40480/unit for 1 unit 2: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is $190 semester/$380 annual per year single cover. |
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Course Information
This program provides the highest quality professional music training available, for both the classical and contemporary instrumentalist, vocalist or composer. With an unexcelled range of ensemble and elective options, the program will enable you to develop pathways of study that coincide with your own interests, and to acquire the adaptability, self-motivation, technological literacy and breadth of vision necessary to succeed in the music industry.
You will graduate with a clear sense of direction and a repertoire of relevant professional skills built up through practical experience and workplace training.
Although designed as a four-year program, this degree also offers you the option to exit after three years at which point you will be awarded a Bachelor of Music. Completion of the four-year program will qualify you for a Bachelor of Music with one of the following specialisations:
Performance
Advanced Performance
Composition
Performance and Pedagogy
You will be admitted to a Major Study in an instrument (now including brass band instruments), voice or composition, in either Classical or Contemporary/Jazz strands.
You may audition on more than one instrument, but if successful, your offer will be for only one of your auditioned areas. There is the option after year one to split your major between two areas in an innovative cross-studies major (subject to special criteria).
Depending on your level of skill at the end of year one, you may also seek transfer into the Advanced Performance strand - a select group of highly accomplished performance students. This would enable you to devote more time and greater concentration to your performance study and to work at a higher performance level.
If you have a strong interest in developing your skills and knowledge of Instrumental or Vocal Pedagogy, to prepare to teach your instrument or voice, you can elect to specialise in this field, leading to the Bachelor of Music in Performance and Pedagogy.
If you wish to study Music Education and gain registration to teach in Queensland schools you will enter a teaching preparation strand in your second year. Upon successful completion of the first three years, you will graduate with a Bachelor of Music and will also be eligible to apply for entry into the Graduate Diploma of Education - Secondary (Pre-Service).
This program will qualify you to teach either Classroom Music and another classroom subject, or Classroom Music and Instrumental Teaching. During the first three years of your Bachelor of Music you will study a range of courses in either Instrumental Teaching or a second classroom subject, in preparation for your education studies.
All strands of the Bachelor of Music aim to produce graduates who are highly skilled, musically adaptable and equipped to enter professional life as creative and flexible 21st century musicians. Your educational experience will include exposure to diverse musical styles and idioms, including classical, contemporary and world music, and to the broadly accepted musical skills of aural awareness training, music theory and ensemble work.
The inclusion of Project Studies courses enables you to gain invaluable industry and professional experience by undertaking off-campus projects, which are credited to your degree. This highly innovative component of the program will help set you up for a smooth transition into professional life.
The following Honours strands are also available for eligible students within the Bachelor of Music degree:
Performance
Advanced Performance
Composition
Performance and Pedagogy
Cricos Course Code:
010575M
Midyear Intake
Yes
Campus Setting
Capital City Centre
Prerequisite Subjects
Applicants should normally possess a three or four year Bachelors degree in an appropriate area of study from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent; or be professional musicians of proven experience and reputation. Consideration may also be given to applicants who possess a three year diploma in an appropriate area of study and an accredited postgraduate diploma course in music. Some applicants may be required to have an Interview.
For composition- a folio of original work representing a variety of genres and resources. The folio must be presented one month before interview. Evidence of written work and capacity to undertake research at an advanced level.
Additional Comments
This course is offered at the South bank campus - Queensland Conservatorium of Music.
Provider Course Code
5299SB
Campus Location
South Bank - QCGU
Career Opportunities
Self-directed project work will allow you to begin the transition from student to professional life while still based in the supportive Conservatorium environment. You will have opportunities to refine your skills, focus and target your professional options, and gain firsthand professional experience in your chosen area.
The Bachelor of Music in Performance or in Advanced Performance gives you a strong professional platform from which to launch a career as an instrumentalist or vocalist. You will have a clear understanding of what's required by instrumental and vocal ensembles and companies, orchestras, theatre, media, the entertainment industry and community arts.
As a contemporary or jazz musician, you will be equipped to work at a high professional level in the fields of contemporary music, musical theatre, media and entertainment.
If you have trained as a composer, you may seek to establish an independent career, writing or arranging for film, plays, television, concert performance or musical theatre.
Increasingly, the contemporary composer works in a multimedia environment and, appropriately skilled, has opportunities in a range of creative fields in the burgeoning new technology area.
The Bachelor of Music in Performance and Pedagogy gives you opportunities in studio teaching and instrumental teaching in schools.
Contact for Further Information
| Address: | Griffith International Nathan Campus Griffith University 170 Kessels Road Nathan, Queensland, 4111 AUSTRALIA Nathan |
| URL: | http://www.griffith.edu.au/international |
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