University of New England
Diploma of Music
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)If you're looking to build practical skills in music performance and writing while gaining a formal qualification in music, our fully online Diploma in Music is the ideal course for you. It will help you reinforce your experience and allow you to dip your toe into university study without committing to a full degree, while still gaining credit towards a bachelor's degree if you wish to pursue further studies. In a rapidly changing industry, this diploma from UNE can help ensure your career prospects are fit for the future.
Please note that you must pass an online theory exam or be granted an exam waiver to gain entry into this course.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You can apply for this course if you meet both of the following entry requirements:
- You have intermediate knowledge of music theory and concepts as demonstrated by Band 4 or above in HSC Music (or equivalent) or Grade 4 of the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) (or equivalent) or completing the UNE online music theory placement test.
- You can satisfy the Music discipline of your suitability for studying music through the completion of a Personal Statement assessed by the discipline within six months prior to the date of enrolment.
Course fees
$35,712
$35,712
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 University of New England
For over 60 years, the University of New England has been a leader in providing distance education to students throughout Australia and the world.
UNE was formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. The University became fully independent in 1954 and pioneered teaching to external students by correspondence, making UNE Australia's most experienced provider of distance and now online education — UNE is Australia's second-largest online university.
Our focus is on your future, providing you with a personal and flexible approach to learning. We offer more than 200 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and higher degree research levels with options to study online or on campus.
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