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The degree is for highly gifted musicians who seek to continue musical studies beyond the undergraduate level. The purpose of the year is to allow students to immerse themselves in one area of specialisation and determine, through the year of study, the musical future they wish to pursue. Upon completion of Honours successful students interested in pursuing a higher research degree may apply to Master or PhD study or, for practitioners keen to perfect skills and artistry, a two-year coursework Masters of Music program.
Course objectives
The program emphasises the need for a spirit of excellence and a strong sense of independent inquiry. The Bachelor of Music with Honours aims to increase students' breadth of knowledge, and to foster greater capacity to engage in academic and practical excellence. The degree provides time and opportunity for highly gifted musicians who seek to continue musical studies beyond the undergraduate level. The course of study undertaken encourages musicians with the potential to pursue high-level performance or scholarly careers to immerse themselves in one specialisation and determine, through the year of study, the musical future they wish to pursue.
Career outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Music with Honours are engaged at all levels of the music profession, both in Australia and overseas. They enjoy successful careers as performers, composers, conductors, teachers and administrators, or may be involved in broadcasting, journalism or as music critics.
Course structure
In Honours you will complete 100 credit points (cp), equivalent to one year of study, comprising;
- a specialisation as per the schedule below (87.5cp);
- an honours elective unit (12.5cp).
In your second semester you will also enrol in XSB400 which will record your final Honours result. This unit is administrative only and does not have classes or assessments.
Performance
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Creative Practice
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Musicology
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Electives may also be chosen from the list of approved Conservatorium Honours electives, or from any school within the University, subject to approval from the appropriate school and permission from the Conservatorium's Honours Coordinator.
Entry requirements
Eligibility
Entry to the Honours program in Music is by formal application. Candidates are expected to have a good academic record, and to have satisfied minimum criteria by either:
- successful completion of an undergraduate Music degree with high achievement in the area of specialisation or;
- demonstrating equivalent professional attainment.
Application requirements
Applicants are required to attend an audition and interview. Overseas or interstate applicants may submit a certified DVD, CD or private internet link of a recorded recent performance or portfolio materials.
Instrumental and vocal applicants should prepare a program of approximately 15 minutes duration, comprising three works of contrasting style. Composition, songwriter, commercial music creation and music technology applicants should present a portfolio of at least three works, including quality recordings of the best performances or realisations of their work.
When do auditions occur?
For Semester 1 (February) entry:
First round occurs between mid-November through mid-December.
Second round occurs between late-January through mid-February.
For Semester 2 (July) entry:
First (and only) round occurs throughout May.
Download the Conservatorium of Music Audition Information Guide (PDF 2.1MB) for more information about audition requirements.
Talk to us on 1300 363 864 or enquire online about how to prepare for your audition.
Articulation to
Students who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Music with Honours in Performance, Creative Practice or Musicology may apply for entry to a higher degree (Masters or PhD) in accordance with policies governing candidature for such admission.
Detailed Admissions Information
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the fees you pay for each unit you enrol in. Full fee paying domestic students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Detailed tuition fee information for domestic students is available at the Domestic Student Fees website, including additional information in relation to a compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
International students
2020 Total Course Fee (international students): $32,950 AUD*.
Course cost based on a rate of $32,950 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points).
* Please note that this is an indicative fee only.
International students
International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
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- 1300 363 864
- International
- +61 3 6226 6200
- Course.Info@utas.edu.au
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