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Bachelor of Music

UniSC’s Bachelor of Music is your ticket to a sustainable career in the modern music industry. Taught by award-winning industry professionals and recording artists, this degree builds your creative, technical, performance and entrepreneurial skills to prepare you for a dynamic future.

In this program you will:

  • Hone your songwriting and performance craft under the guidance of leading industry practitioners, including ARIA award-winning artists
  • Develop your music production and sound design skills by managing recording sessions in USC’s custom-built recording and editing studios
  • Learn about all aspects of the modern music economy, including music management, intellectual property management, public relations, agency operations and more

Location

CRICOS code

106002F

Duration

3 years 3 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$11,716 - 2023 Fees CSP
CSP
A$24,800 / A$74,400 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

011401

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Duration
3 years 3 years
CRICOS code
106002F
UniSC program code
AR318
Program structure
Introductory courses (7) 84 units

BUS105 Accounting Principles
CMN101 Marketing Essentials
CMN107 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
MUS100 Communication for the Creative Professional
MUS101 Intro to Songwriting and Production
MUS102 Intro to Songwriting and Performance
MUS103 Performance 1

Developing courses (9) 108 units

BCI200 Production 1
BCI201 The Business of Creativity
CMN204 Critical Theory and Creative Practice
DES205 Social Media: Content Curation and Creation
MUS200 The Photography Professional
MUS201 Performance 2
MUS202 Music and Pop Culture
MUS203 Music and Sound for Screen
SCS290 Songwriting 2

Graduate courses (5) 60 units

BCI302 Understanding Cultural Diversity
MUS300 Work Integrated Learning Project
MUS301 Music Video on Location
MUS303 Performance 3
TSM315 Production 3

Elective courses (3) 36 units

Select a total of 36 units from the undergraduate elective course options.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.

Study sequences

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Additional entry information

Students will be required to submit a digital portfolio of work for entry into the Bachelor of Music. This portfolio will include 3 creative works of either original or covered music. The digital submission can contain video, audio, or written work.

Recommended prior study
It is recommended students have a basic musical knowledge to a level of a Year 12 music program.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence.
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified.
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates.
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations.
  • As part of your UniSC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider.
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

CSP estimate
A$11,716 - 2023 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$24,800
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$74,400