Bachelor of
Music Industry (Major in Music Business)

February and July

Full time: 3 years

Part time: Flexible

Classes are delivered face-to-face on weekdays (generally over 3-4 days in the week). Study at home is expected in addition to class attendance.

For information regarding dates such as enrolment, orientation and study breaks please visit the Academic Calendars page. 

There are many employment opportunities. After successful completion, you may wish to apply for positions within the entertainment and performance industry, such as a:

• booking agent
• artist manager
• record company owner
• event manager
• tour manager
• music publisher

Knowledge  
Graduates will be able to: 

• draw upon a broad and coherent body of knowledge with depth in the principles and concepts underlying practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies, craft, and techniques in the music industry.

Skills 
Graduates will be able to: 

• review, analyse and consolidate conceptual theories and processes relevant to the music industry and related practice through integrated creative, critical and reflective thought  
• utilise cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge as applicable to creative, technical and business elements of the music industry.  
• demonstrate critical engagement with social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply local and international perspectives to problem solving in the wider music industries.  
• produce, evaluate, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments coherently and independently 

Application of Knowledge and Skills 
Graduates will be able to: 

• develop research and evaluate ideas, concepts and processes through creative, critical and reflective thinking and practice.  
• Demonstrate intellectual honesty and a respect for ethical values in both creative and academic work.  
• apply relevant professional skills and knowledge to produce and realise projects, published / performed works, artefacts in various media, and presentations in creative, technical and business contexts. 
• work independently and collaboratively in the technical, business and/or creative areas of the music industry in response to project demands.  

Year 12 VTAC Applicants must:

• have successfully completed VCE (or equivalent) with a study score of at least 20 in English
• be able to demonstrate experience in music industry related fields including artist and venue promotion and management, volunteering positions at music events and involvement in school bands and productions
• have successfully completed an individual face-to-face selection interview of approximately 20 minutes. The selection interview will be a verbal assessment of your interest and knowledge of the music industry, even at a rudimentary level as well as interest and understanding of some of the roles available in the field

Direct entry applicants (Non Year 12) must:

• be at least 19 years of age by 1 January in the year you commence
• provide evidence of relevant academic or music industry experience to help them understand the industry and successfully complete the course

Experience could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education. This includes mature age entry, professional experience, industry  involvement and work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped them to prepare for tertiary education or are relevant to the music industry.

Applicants who have completed some subjects of a higher education course, either at non-university higher education providers or university, are welcome to apply.  Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL). All applications for RPL are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning  outcomes have been demonstrated through your completion of subjects in your prior course.

Interview:

You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. These will include any experience you have had working or assisting with bands, gigs, events and productions, including if applicable, your own band and solo career as an artist. An aptitude for the course of study including any relevant industry experience is preferred.

You are welcome to present testimonials and extra-curricular evidence at your interview. While not an entry requirement, we highly regard applicants who have participated in FReeZA, or similar programs.

APPLICANTS WITH HIGHER EDUCATION STUDY

• Applicants with higher education are those who have completed some or all of a higher education course as their highest level of study since leaving secondary education. This includes study undertaken by applicants at non-university higher education providers or university some time ago or recently, such as applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute
• Applicants with higher education need to provide evidence of relevant academic or music industry experience and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirements
• Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the course.
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.

APPLICANTS WITH VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING STUDY

• Applicants with VET study are those who have completed some or all of a VET course as their highest level of study since leaving secondary education. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider and applicants who have other qualifications such as Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
• Applicants with VET study need to provide evidence of relevant academic or music industry experience and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirements
• Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the course
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience

APPLICANTS WITH WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCE

• Applicants with work and life experience have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. applicants who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then
• Experience could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education, including mature age entry, professional experience, community involvement or work experience
• Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped them to prepare for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study
• Applicants with work and life experience need to provide evidence of relevant academic or industry experience and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirements
• Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the course
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course, including any relevant industry experience

APPLICANTS WITH RECENT SECONDARY EDUCATION

• Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is based primarily on completion of Year 12 undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (this includes both Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous two years
• Applicants with recent secondary education must have successfully completed VCE (or equivalent) with a study score of at least 20 in English
• Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the course
• Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience

PRE-TRAINING REVIEW

To assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment.

A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.

VTAC application and direct entry available

Applicants completing secondary education (Year 12) or equivalent must: 

• complete a VTAC application 
• book an interview

All other applicants must:

• book an interview

You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. You are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.

You are welcome to present testimonials and extra-curricular evidence at your interview. While not an entry requirement, we highly regard applicants who have participated in FReeZA, or similar programs.

Recognition of Prior Learning is available.

Successful completion will enable you to apply for further study at other institutions, including postgraduate study in teaching and education.

If you exit having completed the second year of the Bachelor of Applied Business in Music Industry, you will be eligible for an Associate Degree in Applied Business in Music Industry.

This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 7 and Box Hill Institute Graduate Attributes.

Retain Course Items are purchased once by the student prior to commencing. Those items then become the property of the student. Fees listed are at 2021 rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.

• 6 common core units
• 8 major units
• 12 electives