Bachelor of Music
Australian National University
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This course has been cancelled
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About
The Bachelor of Music nurtures outstanding musical artistry through the intersection of performance, composition and technology. We believe that discovery lies at the heart of both creativity and excellence. We foster artistry through offering a diversity of musical experiences in an environment that encourages excellence, passion and entrepreneurship. Our program provides students with a unique 21st century musical experience which includes classical, jazz and contemporary performance, multimedia composition and audio engineering and recording.
Areas of study
Composition, composition for film and video games, music technology, musicology, performance.
Career opportunities
Performer, composer, musicologist, theorist, music educator, technician, manager.
Honours
Available as an additional year, subject to progress requirements.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Information about ANU student contributions.
Essential requirements for admission
Audition: Entry to performance major is based on meeting both the minimum selection rank and a successful assessment of suitability via audition.
To arrange an audition, email ANU School of Music.
Co-Curricular or Service Experience (Year 12 or IB applicants only): The Co-Curricular or Service Experience requirement has been removed from the application process for 2025 admissions. This change will make ANU more accessible to Year 12 students looking to join ANU. You don’t need to submit any additional documents regarding this change.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Minimum selection rank: 80.00. Due to the competitive nature of our admissions process, we cannot guarantee entry to applicants who meet the minimum selection rank for their preferred program.
Also refer to the ANU general admission criteria.
Other applicants
Refer to the ANU general admission criteria.
Student profile
View the ANU student profile.
Further information
View all details of this course on the ANU website.
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Course updates
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Combined options
Combined options are available in a number of ANU courses.