3 years Full time or 6 years Part time
Students are given the opportunity to develop their creative practice as a musician and gain the theoretical knowledge needed for a successful career performing, composing, researching or teaching music. The degree foregrounds practical music-making with individual lessons, a wide variety of ensembles, instrument and voice workshops and masterclasses with internationally acclaimed visiting artists. Music technology is embedded in the degree and students can learn how to compose film and game music, analyse music in media, manage collaborative media projects, and develop their creative voice as a musician in today’s music industry. There are opportunities to participate in work experiences with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Musica Viva, Queensland Music Festival, 4MBS Classic FM and other industry partners. Students can also get real experience recording with professional artists and work on releases at Corella Recordings, UQ’s student-run record label. For more course information, visit Bachelor of Music at UQ. For more information on the audition process, visit UQ School of Music.
The University of Queensland
For additional information about the admissions criteria for UQ and for this course, refer to UQ’s website.
English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C); Audition
All applications for audition must be received by the School of Music by 24 August 2026.
Audition and pass in a test of practical ability and musicianship skills. Applicants must nominate their preferred audition instruments (up to two) or intention to study composition on their QTAC application. See the School of Music’s website for the list of permitted audition instruments as well as the application form for audition, which must be submitted directly to the School of Music. Academic performance is also considered; an ATAR of 78.10-99.95 is highly desirable
For more information about the ATAR/Selection Rank profile, please visit ATAR/Selection Rank profile explained.
ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors
98.80
ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors
99.95
ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors
85.15
ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors
87.35
ATAR/Selection Rank excluding adjustment factors
70.05
ATAR/Selection Rank including adjustment factors
70.55
Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.
For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.
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Performer; music educator; music journalist; music composer; orchestral or choral conductor; recording/sound engineer; arts administrator; diversional therapist (further study required). Special note: To specialise in music education, enrol in the Bachelor of Music /Bachelor of Education (Secondary).