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Bachelor of Music Composition

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Melbourne

Program Overview

The Composition specialisation encourages composition in all styles. You have the opportunity to work through all phases of the composition process, from first ideas, through to completion of a professionally presented score, to interaction with performers in rehearsals culminating in public performance. You will receive individual tuition, acquiring skills in instrumental and vocal writing, orchestration, electro-acoustic music, professional score presentation, rehearsal skills and concert management. You will be encouraged to develop your own personal and original voice.

Program Key Stats

$35012 (Annual cost)



75 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Units 3 & 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL, Applicants must complete an audition and musicianship test. Repertoire presented at AMEB Grade 7 standard for instrumentalists and Grade 5 for singers, generally makes for a competitive audition, Test scores: TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, CAE

Career Options

  • Arranger or typesetter
  • Audio technician
  • Concert music composer
  • Electro-acoustic sound artist
  • Festival director
  • Film scorer
  • Music administrator
  • Music producer or sound engineer
  • Music teacher
  • Radio broadcaster or programmer

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