Bachelor of Music: Musicology & Ethnomusicology

Honours is available for this course

The Bachelor of Music provides advanced training across a variety of musical disciplines. Students major in Composition, Interactive Composition, Jazz & Improvisation, Musicology & Ethnomusicology, Music Studies, or Performance.

The program develops technically advanced and experienced musicians through an immersive and practical curriculum with music core studies, music electives and complementary breadth subjects.

The Musicology & Ethnomusicology major has been designed for students interested in the study of music across diverse historical, geographical and cultural contexts, and are looking to pursue their individual research. The new curriculum will include a new capstone subject.

You will:

• Develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the practical, theoretical and conceptual aspects of music
• Broaden their musical knowledge across a range of styles and repertoire
• Develop advanced critical thinking and creative problem-solving through regular practical activities and theoretical studies
• Participate in performance and academic activities
• Have opportunities for solo and ensemble performances
• Have access to a wide range of invaluable career experiences at a local or international context.

Upon completion of the course, you may choose to apply for a fourth-year Honours degree. An honours year provides an intensive mode of study allowing you to master your knowledge and create a pathway into advanced graduate study options in music.