About the course

Music breaks down barriers and encourages cross-cultural appreciation. It brings people together, communicates ideas and cultures, and gets deep into our souls and our psyche. From rock and pop to electronic, vocals and world music, it communicates and connects us in unique and special ways.

　　The Bachelor of Music – with its focus on synergies across production and performance, including theoretical and practical study – is the only one of its kind in Australia. It will develop your theoretical, practical and industry-focused skills, as well as your musical training.

　　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.

　　Study in state-of-the-art facilities

　　Study in unique acoustic studios – built by acclaimed designers – that offer a range of contrasting spaces.

　　Hone your skills by learning from award-winning professionals

　　Learn from teachers with international industry profiles in popular music, music production, jazz and contemporary vocal pedagogy.

　　Develop a deep understanding of contemporary music practices

　　Gain a broad knowledge of 20th- and 21st-century music practices, technologies and associated industries. 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: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2024	North Ryde Campus - Online start
Session 2 (July), 2024	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2025	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 2025	North Ryde
Session 1 (February), 2026	North Ryde
Session 2 (July), 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.

　　Entry to Macquarie University, as a guide the minimum score should be IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (ibt) 83.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 83.0

　　

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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Reviews and rankings

World ranking

　　180th / 1250

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