Course Information

Bachelor of Music

Effective from 01-JAN-2022 : Code W76

The Bachelor of Music is designed to prepare students for entry into the many branches of the music profession. The strength of the program is in its interdisciplinary nature. For example, not only are the core areas of history and theory taught through a broad range of music, but at every stage in the course the structure also allows students to pursue highly specialist training in areas both inside and outside their major. With strengths in performance (classical, contemporary and jazz) and composition, musicology, ethnomusicology, music technology and theory, the WAAPA BMus has a specialist staff of pedagogues and scholar-performers whose expertise spans the whole gamut of the music world today. Regardless of the area of specialisation, the Bachelor of Music prepares students for a wide range of employment options in a variety of different industries. For example, a performance specialisation can lead to employment as an accompanist, orchestral musician, composer, concert manager, music administrator or music teacher. A composition and music technology specialisation can lead to employment as a composer, film scorer, music producer, teacher, DJ or audio technician.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Performance Experience Requirement

All students must complete the WIL unit MUS3120 The Art of Teaching and Learning Music offered in collaboration with education partners. The course also offers opportunities for WIL through regular ensemble performance outside of ECU in professional settings, and additional WIL opportunity is available in MUS3150 Music and Community.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Adopt a global outlook and exercise respect for cultural diversity, including an enhanced understanding of the music and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples.
  2. Apply effective teamwork and leadership skills in various settings according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
  3. Communicate clearly and coherently in a range of modes relative to context and audience.
  4. Exercise self-reflection, judgement and responsibility in developing artistic practice and individual learning in response to diverse professional contexts.
  5. Think creatively to identity, analyse and resolve musical and conceptual problems.
  6. Think critically to conceptualise and synthesise musical ideas to inform creative practice.
  7. Undertake sustained, high-level independent practice in a chosen music specialisation with reference to its underlying principles and its relationship to history, society and culture.
  8. Use digital technologies and music-related literacies skills to successfully assimilate and evaluate relevant information from multiple sources.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to attend an audition. The audition includes a theory test and an interview. Note: The audition/interview requirement may be waived for current ECU students enrolled in the Diploma of Music, Advanced Diploma of Music, Diploma of Music Industry or Advanced Diploma of Music Industry.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 4 Years
  • Part Time: 8 Years

Course Delivery

  • Mount Lawley: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Mr Stewart James SMITH

Course Structure

Students will complete units in musicianship and music context study plus a major from their chosen specialist study area: Classical Performance; Composition and Music Technology; Contemporary Performance; or Jazz Performance. Students will also complete 6 elective units which may consist: Any unit/s from the list of recommended electives Any unit from the course that has not been previously studied (if the required prerequisite units have been completed). Excludes Principal Study and Ensemble unless approved by the Course Coordinator. Any other unit from across the University.

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1140Music of Our Time: The Australian Musical Landscape15
Unit from Major3 x units from Major45
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
Unit from Major4 x units from Major60
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
Unit from Major4 x units from Major60
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2140The Music Business15
Unit from Major3 x units from Major45
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3120The Art of Teaching and Learning Music15
Unit from Major2 x units from Major30
Elective Unit1 x elective unit15
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
Unit from Major2 x units from Major30
Elective Unit2 x elective unit30
Year 4 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS4621 #Creative Project 130
Elective Unit2 x elective units30
Year 4 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS4623 #Creative Project 230
Elective Unit2 x elective units30
RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3575Conducting15
MUS3568Music History: The European Musical Heritage, 800-175015
MUS3150Music and Community15
MUS3160Music Cultures of the World15
MUS4565Music Technology for Performance15
MUS4330Music Philosophy and Research15
MUS3350Rhythm Studies15

# Designated Unit - a Unit or Unit of Competency which a School has designated as a fundamental course requirement and may only be attempted once unless otherwise determined by the School Progression Panel.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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Course Information

Bachelor of Music

Effective from 01-JUL-2022 : Code W76

The Bachelor of Music is designed to prepare students for entry into the many branches of the music profession. The strength of the program is in its interdisciplinary nature. For example, not only are the core areas of history and theory taught through a broad range of music, but at every stage in the course the structure also allows students to pursue highly specialist training in areas both inside and outside their major. With a focus on practical skills in classical, contemporary, jazz, composition and music technology, the course is taught by world class practitioners whose expertise spans the breadth of the music world today. Regardless of the area of specialisation, the Bachelor of Music prepares students for a wide range of employment options in a variety of different industries. For example, a performance specialisation can lead to employment as an accompanist, orchestral musician, composer, concert manager, music administrator or music teacher. A composition and music technology specialisation can lead to employment as a composer, film scorer, music producer, teacher, DJ or audio technician.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Performance Experience Requirement

All students must complete the WIL unit MUS3120 The Art of Teaching and Learning Music offered in collaboration with education partners. The course also offers opportunities for WIL through regular ensemble performance outside of ECU in professional settings, and additional WIL opportunity is available in MUS3150 Music and Community.

Course Learning Outcomes

  1. Adopt a global outlook and exercise respect for cultural diversity, including an enhanced understanding of the music and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples.
  2. Apply effective teamwork and leadership skills in various settings according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
  3. Communicate clearly and coherently in a range of modes relative to context and audience.
  4. Exercise self-reflection, judgement and responsibility in developing artistic practice and individual learning in response to diverse professional contexts.
  5. Think creatively to identity, analyse and resolve musical and conceptual problems.
  6. Think critically to conceptualise and synthesise musical ideas to inform creative practice.
  7. Undertake sustained, high-level independent practice in a chosen music specialisation with reference to its underlying principles and its relationship to history, society and culture.
  8. Use digital technologies and music-related literacies skills to successfully assimilate and evaluate relevant information from multiple sources.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to attend an audition. The audition includes a theory test and an interview. Note: The audition/interview requirement may be waived for current ECU students enrolled in the Diploma of Music, Advanced Diploma of Music, Diploma of Music Industry or Advanced Diploma of Music Industry.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 4 Years
  • Part Time: 8 Years

Course Delivery

  • Mount Lawley: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Mr Stewart James SMITH

Course Structure

Students will complete units in the core programme plus a major from their chosen specialist study area: Classical Performance; Composition and Music Technology; Contemporary Performance; or Jazz Performance. Students will also complete 1 WAAPA Music History elective unit and 6 elective units which must be chosen from the list of recommended electives. Students may apply to substitute a unit from outside the Bachelor of Music with course coordinator approval.

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1140Music of Our Time: The Australian Musical Landscape15
Unit from Major3 x units from Major45
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
Unit from Major4 x units from Major60
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
Unit from Major4 x units from Major60
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2140The Music Business15
Unit from Major3 x units from Major45
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3120The Art of Teaching and Learning Music15
Unit from Major2 x units from Major30
Elective Unit1 x elective unit15
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
Unit from Major2 x units from Major30
Elective Unit1 x History elective unit15
Elective Unit1 x elective unit15
Year 4 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS4621 #Creative Project 130
Elective Unit2 x elective units30
Year 4 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS4623 #Creative Project 230
Elective Unit2 x elective units30

The following units can be selected as elective units. Units can only be selected as elective units if they are from outside of the student's enrolled major.

RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3350Rhythm Studies15
Semester 1 Recommended Electives
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1611Notation and Orchestration 115
MUS1604Home and Studio Recording15
MUS2650The Electronic Music Producer15
MUS2625Techniques of Composition15
MUS2635Composing for Film, Media and the Gaming Industry15
MUS2635Composing for Film, Media and the Gaming Industry15
MUS3610Composition Seminar15
MUS3615Interactive Music and Video15
MUS1381Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 115
MUS2383Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 315
MUS1563Classical Musicianship 115
MUS2563Classical Musicianship 315
Semester 2 Recommended Electives
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1612Notation and Orchestration 215
MUS1620Acousmatics and Sound Art15
MUS2640Structures of Composition15
MUS1604Home and Studio Recording15
MUS2650The Electronic Music Producer15
MUS3620Chamber Music Lab15
MUS3625Advanced Skills in the Electronic Arts15
MUS1382Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 215
MUS2384Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 415
MUS1564Classical Musicianship 215
MUS2564Classical Musicianship 415
Semester 1 History Electives
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2578Music History: The Shock of the New15
MUS2390Music History: Kind of Blue - from Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis15
MUS2490Music History: Iconic Albums from Beatles to Beyonce15
MUS3568Music History: The European Musical Heritage, 800-175015
MUS4320Jazz Principal Study Project10
Semester 2 History Electives
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1570Music History: Classical and Romantic15
MUS1390Music History: Chasin' the Trane - Modern Jazz Takes Hold15
MUS1490Music History: Stax, Motown and All Things Soul15
MUS3568Music History: The European Musical Heritage, 800-175015
MUS4330Music Philosophy and Research15
Other Electives
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3575Conducting15
MUS3150Music and Community15
MUS3160Music Cultures of the World15
MUS4565Music Technology for Performance15
MUS3350Rhythm Studies15

# Designated Unit - a Unit or Unit of Competency which a School has designated as a fundamental course requirement and may only be attempted once unless otherwise determined by the School Progression Panel.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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