The University of Melbourne
Diploma of Music
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Please note that this course is only available to applicants who are currently admitted to a University of Melbourne degree.
Follow your passion for music by studying the Diploma in Music at Melbourne. The Diploma in Music gives you the opportunity to further your musical training or explore areas of academic and practical interest in music, while gaining a music qualification alongside your undergraduate studies in another field.
The program can be tailored, depending on your interests, and provides access to the full range of the curriculum at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music. You'll study alongside Bachelor of Music students, allowing you to build valuable friendships and networks in a challenging musical environment.
Pursue your own area of interest within the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music. Specialisations on offer include: practical music, ensemble music performance, aural studies, composition, improvisation, music history and theory.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible to enrol in the Diploma in Music you must already be enrolled in one of the following undergraduate degrees at the University of Melbourne:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Science
Please note: if you are enrolled in the Bachelor of Music or any Bachelor of Fine Arts degree you are not eligible to enrol in the Concurrent Diploma in Music.
The diploma may only be awarded on the completion of the concurrent degree course. This means that graduation from the diploma will only occur at the same time as graduation from the concurrent course.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Music will prepare you for the following roles.
Jazz Musician
A Jazz Musician performs jazz music at various venues and events, showcasing their skills in instrumental and vocal performance. Duties typically i...
Music Composer
A Music Composer creates pieces of music to be performed by a musician or an instrumental group. You might be composing music for a special event,...
Music Tutor
A Music Tutor teaches singing or instrumental music to students in a range of settings. You might work with students who are just beginning to lear...
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...
Songwriter
A Songwriter composes music and lyrics for artists to perform. You might perform the songs yourself or write them for another artist or a recording...
Music Teacher
A Music Teacher educates students in various musical disciplines, including instruments, vocal training, and music theory. They work in primary or...
About The University of Melbourne
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At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.
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