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Diploma in Music Teaching (DMUS) - DipMusT
This program is offered only to continuing students.
No new admissions will be accepted. Students who are interested in
this study area should contact us.
| | Distance education |
| Fees: | Student contribution amount
Tuition fee
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| Standard duration: | 2 years (2 courses per semester) or 4 years (1
course per semester) |
| Program articulation: | To: Associate Degree in Music |
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
Designed for studio teachers, this program comprises two sets
of courses: Studio Teaching (pedagogy) and Music Craft (harmony, analysis
and aural skills). It focuses on the teaching of beginner to advanced
levels.
Program aims
The aims of the program are:
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to produce graduates who have a sound foundation in musicianship
and music teaching
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to develop in students musical skills that will provide them
with the substantial background necessary for successful music teaching
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to develop in students high quality teaching skills necessary
for successful teaching practice.
Program objectives
On successful completion of the program, the student will:
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have developed expertise in teaching instrumental or vocal students
from beginner to lower advanced levels
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have achieved an intermediate standard basis in aural development
and music writing techniques.
Admission requirements
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Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent, or mature age
with substantial music teaching experience.
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Practical qualifications of Grade 7 (AMEB) or higher at credit
level, or equivalent, completed within five years of the year of anticipated
entry (or within last two years for vocalists), or successful live
or video audition.
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A pass at credit standard or higher in 5th grade (AMEB) Musicianship
or Theory, or equivalent.
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English level IELTS 6 for International Students.
International applicants must have met the University's
English language requirements or have completed the University's
ELICOS/UNIPREP program.
Program fees
Student contribution amount
For domestic students who are offered Commonwealth supported
places, the Government pays some money directly to the University,
but students are also required to make a contribution. This contribution
is called the ‘student contribution’. For more information
about student contribution amounts, including the calculation of fees
for a particular program of study, refer to USQ fees.
Tuition fee
Domestic fee-paying places are funded entirely through the tuition/direct
fees paid by the student. Tuition/direct fees vary depending on the
courses that are taken. For more information about Tuition Fees, including
the calculation of fees for a particular program of study, refer to USQ Fees.
Program structure
This program is available in piano, violin/viola, flute, clarinet
and voice. The Diploma program consists of four courses of Music Craft
and four courses of Studio Teaching (Pedagogy). The pedagogy courses
cover instrumental or vocal teaching from beginner to Grade 6 standard,
or higher.
Required time limits
Students have a maximum of 4 years to complete this program.
Recommended enrolment pattern
