University of Tasmania, Australia

UTAS College Music Foundation Studies Program (PDF 88.3KB)

This program is for students in years 11 and 12 in government, independent and Catholic schools and colleges who demonstrate significant skills in music performance. The program is at Associate Degree level and provides significant challenges for young musicians. The course coordinator is Dr Andrew Legg (Acting Head of School, Conservatorium of Music) and is currently managed by Mr Frank Bansel (Senior lecturer Music Education Programs).

UTAS College Musical Production Program (PDF 45.0KB)

This program is available to all students in State, Independent and Catholic schools and colleges that undertake a music theatre production, who participate on stage in a dramatic, singing or choreographic role or who play in the orchestra/band. Selection for enrolment is based upon the student’s perceived capacity to work at the required standard and admission is formally supported by the teaching staff and director. Course Coordinator is Dr Andrew Legg (Acting Head of School, Conservatorium of Music) and managed by Mr Frank Bansel (Senior Lecturer Education Programs). The program aims to recognise and accredit high achievement in musical theatre performance for which little extrinsic reward currently exists.

UTAS College Project

The UTAS College project is providing a forum for the wider discussion of university preparation and pathways including raising aspirations of school students to attend university and an opportunity to further develop future preparation and pathways initiatives. It is also providing an opportunity to emphasise the University of Tasmania’s commitment to work in partnership with the wider community.