Bachelor of
Music Industry (Major in Performance)

February

Full time: 3 years or part time equivalent (you can graduate with the Associate Degree in Applied Music after 2 years of full time study) 

Classes take place on weekdays and are delivered face-to-face

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

Graduates may find work in music performance, composition, studio employment, music education, music therapy (upon further study), broadcasting, and marketing.

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 (additional consideration will be given for achievement in VCE music subjects)
• be able to demonstrate aptitude in music performance

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 and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course
• demonstrate an aptitude in music performance

All applicants must complete an Audition, Interview and Musicianship Theory Test.

Audition:

You should prepare at least two contrasting works on your chosen instrument or voice. As a guide, AMEB Grade 6 or equivalent is an expected minimum entry level. The program presented should be no more than 10 minutes long and the panel will reserve the right to hear excerpts only.

You will also be asked to demonstrate technical work, attempt a sight-reading exercise and demonstrate improvisation skills. A drum kit, piano, microphone, amplifiers and stereo equipment will be provided, however instruments, leads, drumsticks or accompanists will not be provided. You may bring an accompanying band, but please advise us so that set-up time can be catered for. Alternatively, you may choose to perform solo or with a backing CD.

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.

Musicianship Theory Test:

As part of your audition you will be required to complete a music theory test.

See below for further information for applicants with:

• recent secondary education
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
• work and life experience
• higher education study

 

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 (additional consideration will be given for achievement in VCE music subjects), and be able to demonstrate aptitude in music performance.

Applicants will need to present an audition, consisting of two contrasting works on their chosen instrument or voice. As a guide, AMEB Grade 6 or equivalent is an expected minimum entry level. The program presented should be no more than 10 minutes long, and the panel will reserve the right to hear excerpts only.

Applicants will also be required to demonstrate technical work, attempt a sight-reading exercise and demonstrate improvisation skills. A drum kit, piano, microphone, amplifiers and stereo equipment will be provided, however instruments, leads, drumsticks or accompanists will not be provided. Applicants may bring an accompanying band, but please advise us so that set-up time can be catered for. Alternatively, applicants may choose to perform solo or with a backing track.

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 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 either 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

Applicants will need to present an audition, consisting of two contrasting works on their chosen instrument or voice. As a guide, AMEB Grade 6 or equivalent is an expected minimum entry level. The program presented should be no more than 10 minutes long, and the panel will reserve the right to hear excerpts only.

Applicants will also be required to demonstrate technical work, attempt a sight-reading exercise and demonstrate improvisation skills. A drum kit, piano, microphone, amplifiers and stereo equipment will be provided, however instruments, leads, drumsticks or accompanists will not be provided. Applicants may bring an accompanying band, but please advise us so that set-up time can be catered for. Alternatively, applicants may choose to perform solo or with a backing track.

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 (VET) 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

Applicants will need to present an audition, consisting of two contrasting works on their chosen instrument or voice. As a guide, AMEB Grade 6 or equivalent is an expected minimum entry level. The program presented should be no more than 10 minutes long, and the panel will reserve the right to hear excerpts only.

Applicants will also be required to demonstrate technical work, attempt a sight-reading exercise and demonstrate improvisation skills. A drum kit, piano, microphone, amplifiers and stereo equipment will be provided, however instruments, leads, drumsticks or accompanists will not be provided. Applicants may bring an accompanying band, but please advise us so that set-up time can be catered for. Alternatively, applicants may choose to perform solo or with a backing track.

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.  This includes 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 music industry experience, and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirements

Applicants will need to present an audition, consisting of two contrasting works on their chosen instrument or voice. As a guide, AMEB Grade 6 or equivalent is an expected minimum entry level. The program presented should be no more than 10 minutes long, and the panel will reserve the right to hear excerpts only.

Applicants will also be required to demonstrate technical work, attempt a sight-reading exercise and demonstrate improvisation skills. A drum kit, piano, microphone, amplifiers and stereo equipment will be provided, however instruments, leads, drumsticks or accompanists will not be provided. Applicants may bring an accompanying band, but please advise us so that set-up time can be catered for. Alternatively, applicants may choose to perform solo or with a backing track.

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 audition (includes interview and musicianship test)

All other applicants must:

• book an audition (includes interview and musicianship test)

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.

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.

	Full Fee
Tuition Fee	$56,938
Service Fee	$513
Core Skills Support Fee	$83
Material Fee	$0
Retain Course Items	$0
Total Course Estimate	$57,534
Payable Estimate (at commencement)	$18,489

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 elective units

Electives availability will be discussed at enrolment.

Associate degree in Music Industry is an exit point after two years of full time study and the Diploma in Music Industry is an exit point after 1 year of full time study