MUSIC PERFORMANCE

BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC)

The Bachelor of Arts (Music) balances creative, technical and industry-related skills, with a focus on contemporary music performance and songwriting. 

The Bachelor degree can be completed in six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or part-time equivalent. 

THROUGHOUT THE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ Gain an in-depth understanding of music performance, analysis, and songwriting

→ Craft and produce original songs

→ Understand and develop performance at a professional level

→ Work on industry-focused projects

→ Get real life experience through regular performances and recordings

→ Develop analytical skills in relation to music and music performance

→ Learn from industry experts and collaborate with students from other creative courses

→ Record your own music in our studios

→ Record an EP or take part in Industry Placement 

→ Study on-campus, online, or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor, Diploma, and Double Degree of Arts (Music) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 084558M (2 years)/104504M (3 years), 088017G (2 trimesters)/104429F (3 trimesters) & 096472G (3 years)/104511A (4 years)/104512M (4.5 years).

DIPLOMA OF ARTS (MUSIC)

The Diploma of Arts (Music) balances creative, technical and industry-related skills, with a focus on contemporary music performance and songwriting. 

The diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study or part-time equivalent, where you will have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree or Double Degree (subject to academic performance).

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ Gain a fundamental understanding of music performance, analysis, and songwriting

→ Craft and produce original songs

→ Understand and develop performance at a professional level

→ Work on industry-focused projects

→ Get real life experience through regular performances and recordings 

→ Develop fundamental analytical skills in relation to music and music performance

→ Learn from industry experts and collaborate with students from other creative courses

→ Record your own music in our studios

→ Study on-campus, online, or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor, Diploma, and Double Degree of Arts (Music) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 084558M (2 years)/104504M (3 years), 088017G (2 trimesters)/104429F (3 trimesters) & 096472G (3 years)/104511A (4 years)/104512M (4.5 years).

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

If you dream of a career as a Songwriter, Recording Artist, Music Director, Artist Manager, Tour Manager, Event Manager, Festival Organiser, Booker or Venue Manager, this course is for you.

The Double Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Music) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) course is perfect for people who want to develop their ability in solo and collaborative music performance, music analysis, songwriting, technical musicianship, whilst also learning about the recording, business, and management side of the music industry.

The Double degree can be completed in three years full-time study or part-time equivalent.

THROUGHOUT THE DOUBLE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ Gain an in-depth understanding of music performance, analysis, and songwriting

→ Craft and produce original songs

→ Understand and develop performance at a professional level

→ Work on industry-focused projects

→ Get real life experience through regular performances and recordings

→ Develop analytical skills in relation to music and music performance

→ Learn from industry experts and collaborate with students from other creative courses

→ Record your own music in our studios

→ Record an EP or take part in Industry Placement 

→ Manage, promote and produce live events

→ Gain knowledge and experience in artist and tour management

→ Develop an in-depth understanding of publicity, marketing and the media

→ Collaborate on industry projects with students from other courses

→ Get valuable insight into the entertainment industry from experienced teachers, and access career pathways through our industry partnerships, events and placements

→ Study on-campus, online, or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your two bachelor degrees in three years full-time or part-time equivalent 

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

TAILOR YOUR DOUBLE DEGREE & INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE 

Your first and second year of study will follow the Music Performance course matrix. In your third year, you will have the opportunity to select and tailor the following Entertainment Management study streams: Management, Marketing, or Applied Entrepreneurship. Click here to view the Entertainment Management course matrix. 

The Bachelor, Diploma, and Double Degree of Arts (Music) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 084558M (2 years)/104504M (3 years), 088017G (2 trimesters)/104429F (3 trimesters) & 096472G (3 years)/104511A (4 years)/104512M (4.5 years).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will need to audition with two contrasting, contemporary pieces or 2 original songs

→ Applicants will need to take part in a written music theory evaluation

→ Applicants will need to attend an admissions interview. You will be asked questions about your experience, background, and interest in the course and/or industry

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

→ Click Here for International Student Admission Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCAL, VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent. If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ The Diploma can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor degree

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

BACHELOR APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent

→ VCAL students are not eligible for the Bachelor until they have successfully completed the diploma

→ If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE APPLICANTS

→ If none of the above qualifications have successfully been completed, applicants must be 20 years of age or older with 2 years of work experience to apply

HOW TO APPLY

→ Non-Year 12 applicants may apply directly on the website, and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ Year 12 applicants must apply through VTAC. VTAC opens in August each year. Place the appropriate Collarts course into one of your preferences and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ International Students Apply Here