Diploma of Music
| Duration | 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time |
| Location | Mackay |
| Next start term | Term 1, 2024 |
| Study mode | On Campus |
| Course code | CC41 |
| CRICOS | 0100158 |
Overview
Designed to develop your musical knowledge and skills that will prepare you for a career in music, the Diploma of Music allows you to focus on a broad range of music styles including western art music, jazz or contemporary music. This course will provide you with the opportunity to develop your solo music performance skills and receive specialist training in vocal or instrumental performance, composition or singer/songwriting from highly specialised music staff with the option to articulate into the second year of the Bachelor of Music.
This exciting course will expose you to a variety of learning experiences including performance tuition to develop your solo performance skills and academic study in the interpretation and understanding of music. This means that you will be supported throughout your study and undertake one-on-one instrumental tuition with highly qualified regional conservatorium staff on campus at the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music (CQCM) at CQU Mackay.
During your course, you will learn foundational aspects of the language of music from Western art-music tradition to contemporary popular music styles and examine the role of prominent performers, composers, lyricists, and music producers in the development of these styles. In your first term, you will engage in practical music studies focusing on foundational-level repertoire and technical work in your chosen instrument, voice or composition. Â In your second term, you will build on your knowledge and technical skills further through a combination of theoretical and technical learning activities.
To gain entry into this course, you will be required to audition. It is recommended that students have achieved at least an intermediate level of performance skills on their particular instrument or voice, or intermediate compositional skill before auditioning for entry to this course.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Industry Relevant
- Real-world Learning Facilities
- Seamless Pathways
Career Opportunities
Completion of the Diploma of Music will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in roles such as a:
- professional musician
- studio teacher.
You may also pursue a music-related role in arts administration, communication or creative industries.
Structure & Availability
COURSE STRUCTURE
You are required to complete eight core units.
UNIT INFORMATION
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Mackay |
| Term 2, 2024 | Mackay |
Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.
Requirements
Recommended study
Nil
Prerequisites
IELTS Academic: 5.5 with no individual band score of less than 5.0
TOEFL Internet-based:Â Overall score of 65 with no score less than 15
Pearson Test of English Academic:Â Overall score of 46 with no score less than 42
Visit our Auditions page to find out more about the audition process and requirements.
For entry into this course, all applicants will be required to successfully complete an audition and interview.
Further information regarding auditions, including the audition guidelines, can be found via http://www.cqu.edu.au/cqcm
It is recommended that students have achieved at least an intermediate level of performance skill on their particular instrument or voice, or intermediate compositional skill before auditioning for entry to this course.
Fees & Scholarships
2023 Indicative Fees
| Fee Type | Fees |
|---|---|
| International Indicative First Term Fee | A$15,600 |
| International Indicative First Year Fee | A$31,200 |
Please note the following important information:
- Fees are in Australian dollars (A$).
- Fees are indicative only and do not cover additional costs such as textbooks, accommodation, visa applications, OSHC, general living etc.
- Fees are based on a full-time study load and the final fee payable will be determined by your selection of units and if any credit was awarded for recognition of prior learning.
- The University reserves the right to amend fees at any time during the course. Fees are reviewed yearly and may increase in the following year to enable CQUniversity to continue to provide quality services and facilities to students.
- Courses are subject to change at the discretion of the University.
- It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of the entry requirements and prerequisites of the courses you wish to undertake.
- The typical annual fee shown provides an estimate of the tuition fees for the first year of the course in the same academic year. This estimate assumes a full-time study load of 4 units per term (based on two terms).
- Students not on an Australian student visa can only undertake courses online from an overseas location.
- Courses undertaken online may be studied on a full-time or part-time mode.
- International students studying on-campus in Australia may take no more than 33 per cent of their entire course by online education, and this option cannot be taken in its entirety during a compulsory term (Term 1 and Term 2).
Please refer to our international course fees page.
We offer a range of scholarships to support international students and encourage you to apply for one that's right for you.
How to apply
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
