Bachelor of Creative Arts (Music)
- On-campus
- Semester 1 (February)
- Semester 2 (July)
- Semester 3 (November)
- 24 units
- 3 years or part-time equivalent
- Toowoomba
Program Information Set
Most innovative music degree in Australia
Our Bachelor of Creative Arts (Music) is increasingly recognised as one of the most innovative in Australia. We understand that 21st century musicians must be flexible, resilient, creative, collaborative and adaptable. You will undertake a holistic program of learning, which values musical diversity and integrated theory with practice and music technology. You will learn within an exciting and collaborative environment alongside industry professionals.
After completing your first year, you can then take the opportunity to specialise in contemporary singing or a range of instrumental and collaborative music practices. You may also combine disciplines within creative arts or other areas of study.
Practical experience
Our students have many opportunities to perform publicly in our Arts Theatre, and in larger projects such as the Your Song, My Way concert series, and our annual To Glee or Not To Glee event. You can also explore your own interests through tailored projects. Recent examples include recording a worship EP for independent release and composing the score for the annual Shakespeare in the Park Festival.
At USQ music, we have a fantastic culture of collaboration between staff and students where you can learn from music professionals within a supportive environment. Performer, song-writer, composer, arranger, ensemble musician teacher or scholar – take the opportunity to see music in a new way.
Other majors in the Bachelor of Creative Arts include: Film, Television and Radio, Theatre and Visual Arts
Students in the Bachelor of Creative Arts have the opportunity to choose one of a series of extended majors offered as part of their selected specialisation. An extended major is a specified group of courses with values of 16, 20, or 24 units.
- Music (16 unit Major)
- Music (20 unit Major)
- Music (24 unit Major).
The following eight-unit Creative Arts majors can be combined with a 16 unit extended major as a second major:
- Film, Television, and Radio (8 unit Major)
- Theatre Practice (8 unit Major)
- Theatre Theory (8 unit Major)
- Visual Arts Practice (8 unit Major)
- Visual Arts Theory (8 unit Major)
With approval, students are able to take one major or minor/elective study from other undergraduate programs offered by USQ.
| Courses to be studied | Units |
|---|---|
| Core courses | 1 |
| Discipline Foundation | 7 |
| Discipline Extension | 8 |
| Second Major | 8 |
| Total | 24 |
| Courses to be studied | Units |
|---|---|
| Core courses | 1 |
| Discipline Foundation | 7 |
| Discipline Extension | 8 |
| Minor sequence | 4 |
| Minor sequence | 4 |
| Total | 24 |
| Courses to be studied | Units |
|---|---|
| Core courses | 1 |
| Discipline Foundation | 7 |
| Discipline Extension | 8 |
| Minor sequence | 4 |
| Electives | 4 |
| Total | 24 |
| Courses to be studied | Units |
|---|---|
| Core courses | 1 |
| Discipline Foundation | 7 |
| Discipline Extension | 12 |
| Minor sequence | 4 |
| Total | 24 |
| Courses to be studied | Units |
|---|---|
| Core courses | 1 |
| Discipline Foundation | 7 |
| Discipline Extension | 12 |
| Total | 24 |
How much will it cost?
Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (8 units) in this program are:
| Study Mode | Cost |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth supported | AUD 6560 |
| Domestic full fee paying | AUD 19600 |
Loan to help you pay your fees
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Centrelink.
Scholarships and financial assistance
You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.
The lowest OP/unadjusted Rank* to which an offer was made is 20/59. OP/Ranks based upon all offers made in Semester 1, 2018.
Entry Requirements
- Subject pre-requisite: English (4, SA) or equivalent, Music (4, SA).
- Non-standard applications (i.e. non-OP applicants) will also be considered with an audition or interview on a case-by-case basis.
- It is a requirement that Queensland-based students hold a current positive notice indicating that they are deemed suitable for working with children and young people whilst studying the Bachelor of Creative Arts – Film Television & Radio, Theatre, Music and Visual Arts. Further information about the Blue Card or Exemption Card suitability process is available from the Blue Card Services.
English Language Requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.
Admission pathways
A number of other pathways are also available if you haven't been able to study previously or don't meet the requirements for entry into your program of interest.
*Further admission information
An adjusted Selection Rank is the result of combining additional ranks through special entry schemes for admission.
Special entry schemes for admissions may help you get into the program of your choice by increasing your Selection Rank, through the allocation of additional ranks in certain circumstances.
An adjusted Selection Rank is the result of combining additional ranks with a student's OP/Selection Rank. An unadjusted Selection Rank is the student's Selection Rank without any rank adjustments.
USQ is committed to greater admissions transparency. Learn more about the education and work experience, as well as average OP/Ranks for this programs' student cohort for Semester 1, 2018.
How to apply
QTAC codes
| Mode | Codes |
|---|---|
| Toowoomba | 909151 |
Closing dates
Applying directly to USQ:
- Semester 1, 2019 - applications close Monday 18 February, with semester 1 commencing on Monday 25 February 2019.
If you are applying via QTAC, you will need to check the QTAC closing dates.