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Bachelor of Music (BMUS) - BMus
CRICOS code (International applicants): 017701J
This program is offered only to continuing students.
No new admissions will be accepted. Students who are interested in
this study area should consider the Bachelor
of Creative Arts (Music).
| | On-campus | Distance education* |
| Campus: | Toowoomba | - |
| Fees: | Commonwealth supported place
Domestic full fee paying place
International full fee paying place
| Commonwealth supported place
Domestic full fee paying place
International full fee paying place
|
| Standard duration: | 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time or external |
| Program articulation: | To: |
Contact us
Current students
Telephone 1800 007 252 (within Australia freecall), +61 7 4631
2285 (from outside Australia), email usqassist@usq.edu.au or submit a question via USQAssist.
Program focus
This program is offered in all orchestral instruments, piano,
pipe organ, classical guitar and voice. As of 2008, students will
also be able to major in composition*. All students study in the areas of solo and ensemble performances
or composition, music craft and music history, and can also specialise
in instrumental/vocal teaching, concerto studies, musicology, accompaniment,
chamber music or music administration. Students’ skills are
further enhanced by opportunities to perform in concerts organised
by the USQ Performance Centre. Students are able to take approved
non-music courses during their program, if desired.
Career opportunities
Performing and/or teaching musician, teaching (following teacher
training), musical entrepreneur, Accompanist, Composer
Program aims
The aims of the Bachelor of Music program are:
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to produce musicians who will have a specialised and a high
standard of expertise in a particular aspect of practical music
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to develop in students, a wide basis of musical knowledge, understanding
and experience through study of the literature of music and participation
in group musical performance activities
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to develop in students, an awareness of the role which music
can play in human expression through the study of a number of different
but related areas of music
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to provide an opportunity for students to develop their particular
vocational interests
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to provide a program of study that will enable students to display
high levels of expressive skills, perceptual awareness and independence
of imagination.
Program objectives
On successful completion of the Bachelor of Music program, the
student will:
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demonstrate a high standard of musical performance as a soloist
and in ensemble(s)
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possess a good understanding of the musical repertoire relevant
to their chosen practical study
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demonstrate a high standard in music writing techniques and
aural development
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possess a good understanding of the historical development of
music and its place in societies
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demonstrate a high degree of ability in either musical performance
or music teaching relating to their chosen instrument
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demonstrate, where relevant, significant ability in such related
musical areas as composition, arranging, accompaniment, music administration
and management, additional instruments, chamber music, and orchestral,
choral or opera repertoire
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demonstrate an understanding of the skills, knowledge and values
required by the University's core curriculum
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demonstrate considerable skills and understanding in oral, aural
and written communication.
Admission requirements
Applicants will normally have completed year 12 or equivalent
with a satisfactory achievement in English as well as the following:
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Completed at least 5th Grade Theory or Musicianship (AMEB) or
equivalent
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At least HA for BSSSS Music for Year 11 and 12
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Approximately Grade 7 standard (AMEB) depending on instrument.
Entry is by audition (2 contrasting items), interview and aural
and musical knowledge tests.
International applicants must have met the University's
English language requirements or have completed the University's
ELICOS/EAP program.
Program fees
Commonwealth supported place
A Commonwealth supported place is where the Australian Government
makes a contribution towards the cost of your higher education and
you as a student pay a student contribution
amount, which varies depending on the courses undertaken. You
are able to calculate the fees for a particular course via the Course Fee Finder.
Commonwealth
Supported students may be eligible to defer their fees through a Government
loan called HECS-HELP.
Domestic full fee paying place
Domestic full fee paying places are funded entirely through
the full fees paid by the student. Full fees vary depending on the
courses that are taken. You are able to calculate the fees for a particular
course via the Course Fee
Finder.
Domestic full fee paying students may be eligible
to defer their fees through a Government loan called FEE-HELP.
International full fee paying place
International students pay full fees. Full fees vary depending
on the courses that are taken and whether they are studied on-campus,
via distance education/online. You are able to calculate the fees
for a particular course via the Course Fee Finder.
Program structure
The Bachelor of Music program consists of 24 units, comprising
a major study (Music), core studies and minor studies. Study is available
in piano, pipe organ, most orchestral instruments and voice.
A summary of the units in each component of the program is as
follows:
| Program |
Major |
Core |
Music Elective/Option |
Total |
| Music |
17 |
3 |
4 |
24 |
Required time limits
Students have a maximum of 9 years to complete this program.
Major studies
Students taking the Bachelor of Music degree specialise in Music.
These core music studies include music history, performance, music
craft, and music project units. Students choose concerto performance,
studio teaching, genre studies, chamber music, accompanying or languages
(for singers) as electives within the major in the second and third
years of the program.
Most courses are available in the on-campus and external modes.
The only exceptions are certain music elective courses. Performance
and studio teaching courses available externally are restricted by
instrument and location.
Minor studies
All Bachelor of Music students should take one of the music
elective suites of courses unless they are contemplating secondary
school teaching or other careers, in which case they will be able
to take approved minor studies from the list found in the Option studies part of this Handbook.
In this section:
Third year in 2009 Music recommended enrolment pattern
Students currently enrolled in this program are requested to
contact their Program Coordinator on +61 7 4631 1091 or email studyarts@usq.edu.au to discuss a study plan.
Second year in 2009 Music recommended enrolment pattern
Third year in 2010 Music recommended enrolment pattern
