Bachelor of Music (Performance)

AMPA's Bachelor of Music degree is a highly practical course, personalised to the individual requirements and interests of each student. Students may undertake a range of units and choose from an array of electives to complement their major studies and subsequently diversify their skill sets.

AMPA's music degrees merge high-level performance and practical training with academic rigour and unparalleled industry insight. Students can personalise their degree based around their individual interests and aspirations. AMPA undergrads may choose to undertake a second instrument or vocal study and focus on two performance areas (such as singing and songwriting, voice and keyboard, guitar and bass, violin and viola). The possibilities are endless and are designed to enhance graduate career outcomes. Students may also choose electives across all areas to further tailor their degree.

Students who successfully complete the first four trimesters of Bachelor of Music are eligible to graduate with an AssocDeg Music (Performance).

Areas of study

Classical performance, composition, contemporary performance, jazz performance, musical theatre, production.

Career opportunities

Performance: Performer in professional orchestras and bands, recording artist, session musician, stage producer, stage manager, conductor, composer/arranger, opera and ballet.

Advertising: Specialist performer, musical director, producer, jingle writer, sourcing and sampling music.

Radio, film/television and digital media: Music video specialist, composer/arranger of film and radio scores, soundtrack producer, music for games, music director, music promoter, editor, copyright and contract administrator, voiceover specialist, and sourcing personnel.

Music teaching: Teaching in government, Catholic and independent schools, TAFE, universities and higher education providers (with further study), music studios and private music tuition. Further postgraduate qualifications in education/teaching will be required for secondary teaching positions.

Events: Manager, composer, programmer, promoter and distributor, presenter and marketing manager.

Music media: Music journalist, music critic, composer and arranger, researcher, producer, scriptwriter, on-air presenter and commentator.

Fees and charges

Refer to Academy of Music and Performing Arts current fee information.