About the course

The Associate Degree of Music, nested within the Bachelor of Music, caters for students who wish to develop their technical, artistic and analytical skills without concentrating on high-level performance. The course aims to produce well-rounded musicians who can apply their skills in diverse areas, including community, regional, youth and church ensembles.

　　The course features private tuition with industry experts for voice and instrument studies and extensive performance and studio experience. Offering multiple performance genres, regular performance opportunities and a strong project emphasis, the Bachelor of Music is an industry-standard degree for aspiring musicians.

　　Classical

　　This course provides musicians with the high level training in performance, musicianship, ensemble work, musicality and breadth of musical knowledge required for a life in classical music. Students are exposed to a wide range of music across history as well as one-on-one tuition with exceptional tutors on their instrument.

　　Contemporary

　　This course prepares musicians for a career in the ever-changing world of contemporary music. Artistic, technical, practical and musicianship skills are honed to create a well-rounded musician prepared for the diverse work lives led by industry professionals.

　　Jazz

　　This course offers multiple experiences in improvisation, ensemble work, arrangement and performance designed to prepare students for the highly skilled world of jazz musicianship. Students are encouraged to partake in multiple performance opportunities and workshops to help them think on their feet and engage with the jazz ethos. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: AU$44,293

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Macquarie Park
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Macquarie Park
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Macquarie Park
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Macquarie Park

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Excelsia College

Artistic and Academic Skill Requirements: Applicants are required to complete an audition and interview, and provide evidence of having attained a level of musical knowledge that will enable them to successfully undertake the first year of the course. Auditions and interviews are conducted by at least two (2) faculty members.

　　Overseas students applying for admission to Excelsia College courses must have reached the age of 18 years by the commencement of their studies. Excelsia College will not admit overseas students who have not yet reached 18 years of age.

　　International Baccalaureate: Successful completion of International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 over six subjects.

　　Australian Year 12: Australian Year 12. Application through relevant Tertiary Admissions Centre.

　　GCE ‘A’ Levels: Minimum aggregate score of 6. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2) A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in Advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) - A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5. Subjects at Advanced Level (A2) must be taken in the same academic year. AS Level subjects may be taken in the same or previous academic year. A subject taken at both AS Level and Advanced Level is only counted once for aggregate score.

　　IELTS Academic: 6 with no band less than 5.5

　　TOEFL iBT: 60* with no score less than 46

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

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