The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Arts (Music)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationWith arts and social sciences at the University of Sydney consistently recognised as among the top 30 faculties globally in university rankings, our Bachelor of Arts degree is both highly regarded by academic leaders and highly sought after by industry employers. Whether you want to learn a new language or study a new culture, explore great books, ideas or minds, discover the past, analyse the present or consider the shape of the world's future, the Bachelor of Arts will expand your horizons and challenge you to think outside the box.
Music Major
Offered through the renowned Sydney Conservatorium of Music, this major has a distinguished record of music scholarship, composition and teaching, producing many of Australia's leading music professionals. As a student you will have a unique multi-cultural music education, broadly based in studies of society, culture and performance. Study Composition, Musicology, Popular Music, Music and Media, and Performance in ways that are broadly integrated with one another across the curriculum as well as within individual units of study.
A wide range of units of study are offered which are designed for those who wish to pursue a professional music career, those with broad interests in the study of music in culture, and those who will pursue other careers. This means that you can pursue projects in which music practice can be integrated with the study of history or any other arts major
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Camperdown
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
- Manning Rd, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 80.00 or equivalent AND
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 85.00 or PTE score of 61.00 or its equivalent
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 75.00 or equivalent AND
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 85.00 or PTE score of 61.00 or its equivalent
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Music) will prepare you for the following roles.
Accompanist
An Accompanist provides musical support to soloists, choirs, and other performers during rehearsals and performances. You might work in schools, mu...
Musician
A Musician entertains audiences by performing musical pieces either as an individual artist, as part of a band or orchestra or while accompanying a...
Music Librarian
A Music Librarian manages collections of musical scores, recordings, and related materials in libraries, archives, or educational institutions. You...
Music Producer
A Music Producer oversees the production of songs, albums and musical recordings. You’ll be in charge of the creative direction of the recording an...
Music Teacher
A Music Teacher educates students in various musical disciplines, including instruments, vocal training, and music theory. They work in primary or...
Singer
A Singer performs in front of an audience or makes musical recordings for entertainment. You might sing as part of a larger group like a band or a...
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