Music (Theory and History

The Bachelor of Arts (Music) (Theory and History) allows you to gain valuable insights into a composer’s creative thoughts and technical methods to develop your understanding and appreciation of music.

This degree consists of courses in music history and repertoire, including both classical and popular Western traditions, as well as courses in both aural and written musicianship, including song-writing and harmony.

Program structure

COMBINATION 1

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4 

plus 2 x 8-unit majors16

plus 1 x 4-unit minor

or 4 x electives

4

Total24

COMBINATION 2

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4 

plus 1 x 8-unit Music History and Theory major8

plus 1 x 12-unit interdisciplinary major12

Total24 

COMBINATION 3

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4 

plus 1 x 8-unit Music History and Theory major8

plus 3 x 4-unit minors  12 

or another grouping of minors and electives  

Total24 

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives

HMT1000History of Western Ideas

HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights

Music (Theory & History) Major:

BCA3002Arts Business Practice

MUI1000Making Music 2: Creating Melody and Harmony

MUI1003Musical Contexts 1: Turning Points in Western Music

MUI1004Making Music 3: Composing and Improvising

MUI1007Making Music 1: Learning Musical Languages

MUI2000Musical Contexts 2: 20th Century Concert Music, Jazz and Music Theatre

MUI2002Making Music 3: Popular Song Writing

MUI2006Musical Contexts 2: Western Popular Music

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent
• Interview/audition/folio requirements

Each applicant must bring the following to their interview:

• a passport-sized photo of themselves
• a school exit statement or evidence of previous education standard achieve
• folio of achievements and references.

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2014 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

• Recommended: successful completion of at least Grade 3 Theory or Musicianship (AMEB) or equivalent.
• At least HA for QSA Music for Year 11 and 12.
• Approximately Grade 7 standard (AMEB), depending on instrument.
• Instrumental and vocal applicants: audition (two contrasting items); short aural, theoretical and general knowledge tests.

Each applicant must bring the following to their interview/audition:

• a passport-sized photo of themselves
• a school exit statement or evidence of previous education standard achieve
• folio of achievements and references.

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.