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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Music
Summary
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Course Duration |
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time. |
4 years full-time |
Deferment |
Deferment is available for two years. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information |
Yes. See Defer your offer. |
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Important Note on Fees |
All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually. | Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration. |
Credit Points |
320 |
320 |
Applying for Admission |
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Eligibility |
An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules. Apply to VTAC. To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent: Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) and 25 in any other English and either (i) VCE Music Performance Solo or (ii) minimum of Grade 6 AMEB or Trinity College London or equivalent; (i) or (ii) must be in area of pipe organ, piano, harpsichord or voice. Extra requirements: Interview and audition: Details will be sent to applicants by mid-October. Applicants must telephone (03) 9953 3204 or email ian.burk@acu.edu.au to book by 10 November. Applicants must attend in late November. |
The equivalent of Australian Year 12 Certificate, plus an overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and speaking tests, and a minimum of 5.5 in listening and reading tests). Applicants also require pipe organ, piano, harpsichord or voice studies equivalent to:
Applicants must also satisfy interview and audition requirements. |
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Description
This dual degree provides the opportunity for students to integrate studies in music together with a choice of various disciplines in the humanities. The Bachelor of Arts component offers a diversity of studies, making it attractive to students seeking a liberal arts education and the development of skills either as a basis for employment or as the foundation for further specialised study. The course is designed to produce knowledgeable, articulate, innovative graduates skilled in research, logical thought, clear expression and the application of ethical principles to decision making.
The Bachelor of Music component provides a balanced training in practical and theoretical areas of music, leaving Career Opportunities as open as possible. Alongside rigorous historical and theoretical studies, students are trained in practical skills preparing them for careers as professional musicians.
Career Paths
Career Opportunities in music are left as open as possible and may include musical areas such as solo performance, accompaniment, vocal or keyboard teaching, conducting, choral training, and arrangement/composition, and church music.Pathways to Further Study
An honours degree in arts or music is available for high-achieving students.Contacts for Future Students
Domestic Students 
- Enquiries
- 1300 ASK ACU (1300 275 228)
- E-mail: futurestudents@acu.edu.au
