The School of Music provides different study options and practical experiences for students depending on their musical background and chosen undergraduate degree.
Students are encouraged to participate in musical activities as a component of their formal studies and also as a cooperative contribution to the musical life of the University and its surrounding community.
Before enrolling, please carefully consider which degree offering is best for you, keeping in mind your particular interests and your anticipated career opportunities
Bachelor of Music
The Bachelor of Music is a three year degree 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 students must audition to enrol in this degree, and if successful undertake practical study in their chosen instrument or the human voice, as well as courses in musicology, musicianship, music technology and electives in other music study areas.
The Bachelor of Music is available as a dual degree with the Bachelor of Arts, the Bachelor of Education (Secondary), and the Bachelor of Science.
Bachelor of Music with Honours
The Bachelor of Music (Honours) is a one year degree that follows the Bachelor of Music degree and develops core skills and knowledge in theory and research in the student's chosen Music discipline. Students require a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 to enrol in Bachelor of Music (Honours).
The Bachelor of Music (Honours) will be offered for the first time in 2026.
Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts is a highly flexible three year degree that allows students to choose from more than 40 fields of study, including Music, Popular Music and Technology, and Music Psychology.
- Major in Music
- Minor in Popular Music
- Minor in Music Psychology
The Bachelor of Arts is available as a dual degree with many other Bachelor degrees, including the Bachelor of Music (Honours) and the Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
Bachelor of Arts with Honours
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is a one year degree that follows the Bachelor of Arts degree and develops core skills and knowledge in theory and research in the student's chosen field, of which Music is an option. Students require a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 to enrol in Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in the field of Music.