OVERVIEW
Our professionally recognised music education degree will immerse you in performance, voice, composition and the very latest in teaching techniques and technology. You will develop teaching skills through studies in education, music education, choral and instrumental pedagogy and music technology
Who is it for?
This course is for students interested in pursuing a career as a music teacher in either the primary or secondary school environment.
- Music teacher
- Performing soloist
- Chamber musician
- Orchestral/ensemble player
- Community music educator
- Researcher
- Writer
What you’ll study
The Bachelor of Music (Music Education) will develop your teaching skills through studies in education, music education, choral and instrumental pedagogy and music technology.
You choose a study focus in performance, composition, contemporary music practice or musicology and specific music education and pedagogical training. In addition to your studies in music teaching methods, music history and analysis, performance and compositional skills, you will attain information and communication technology competencies and develop an understanding of children with special educational needs.
Why study with us?
Leadership and excellence
We are a dedicated music school with expert practitioners and excellent facilities. Our undergraduate and postgraduate programs have a basis in the practical experience and research strengths of our music education staff.
Breadth and depth
We offer a range of studies across popular, classical, Australian, jazz, folk or world music. Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islands unit of study incorporates high-profile guests including indigenous performers of note as well as composers and educators.
Graduate industry ready
You’ll gain a professionally recognised teaching qualification that can lead to salaried work before you even graduate. You will graduate equipped with an ePortfolio providing evidence of learning and professional practice, confirming that you are ready for the workplace.
