About the course

Music studies ? sometimes called musicology ? is the academic analysis of a range of musical fields, including music production, singing, performance, screen music, music studies, songwriting, and Indigenous and world music.

　　The Music studies major combines practical and theoretical components, and provides the opportunity to specialise in particular musical interests. It offers a comprehensive coverage of diverse 20th?and 21st century music concepts, practices, technologies and industries. You?ll develop practical and critical skills in musical practices, theories and technologies, learn key communication methods in music and media contexts to enhance your employability, and learn to adapt to changing practices and technologies through real-world experiences. You?ll also develop and fine-tune your creative professionalism.

　　Study in state-of-the-art facilities

　　Study in recording studios equipped with a full range of industry-standard recording and mixing approaches.

　　Acquire a broad range of composition and performance skills

　　Gain skills in contemporary areas ? world music, vocal studies, musical theatre, audio mixing, songwriting and interactive sound.

　　Double your skills and employability prospects

　　Undertake a double major ? choose from more than 20 ? to expand your options and launch a career enhanced by your unique perspective.

　　Hone your skills by learning from award-winning professionals

　　Learn from experienced musicians, practitioners and researchers, who will help develop your music and creative practice skills. 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: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2025	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2026	North Ryde

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Macquarie University

For international students, Macquarie uses a selection rank to determine the minimum eligibility requirement for each undergraduate course. This rank has been converted into equivalent scores for various recognised international high school qualifications and university entrance examinations, including global qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A-Levels.

　　Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent. TOEFL iBT - 83

　　senior secondary studies equivalent to the NSW HSC.

　　one year of Australian or comparable tertiary study in a country of qualification.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 105.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Macquarie University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　180th / 1250

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