Bachelor of Music – Performance

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DURATION

3 year full-time or equivalent part-time study

INTAKES

February, May, September

Location

Melbourne, Sydney

Fees

Domestic and International
FEE-HELP eligible

CODES

CRS 1401305
Bachelor 111575D 

STAND OUT AS A PERFORMER 

The Bachelor of Music – Performance will guide you to refine your musicianship, develop your collaboration skills and stand out as a performer. You will emerge with the skills and confidence you need to perform on stage and in the studio in a variety of musical styles. 

DEVELOP YOUR UNIQUE SOUND 

You will develop your unique sound through writing, recording, performing and working in ensembles alongside your peers in major works. Go from concept to commercial release, and build a professional showreel to take with you into the music industry to kickstart your career. 

LEARN IN CONTEMPORARY OR CLASSICAL STYLE 

CONTEMPORARY 

The Contemporary pathway is perfect for instrumentalists or vocalists looking to be professional performers with a contemporary style. You will develop technique and knowledge as you learn the core topics of theory, musicianship, arts management and recording.  

CLASSICAL* 

The Classical pathway involves tuition from classical music masters, with a profound focus on theoretical and technical skills. You will learn to perform in live and recorded settings as a soloist and accompanist in collaborative ensembles with traditional and contemporary composers, performers and musicians.

*Please note that Classical style is not currently available at the Melbourne campus

At the conclusion of your course, you will gain an industry-recognised qualification with multiple career opportunities such as: 

  • Arranger/Orchestrator 
  • Composer 
  • Conductor 
  • Live Performer/Instrumentalist 
  • Music Director 
  • Music Supervisor 
  • Music Tutor 
  • Recording Artist 
  • Songwriter 
  • Sound Designer 
  • Ensemble Director 
  • Ensemble Musician 
  • Music Librarian 
  • Music Therapist 
  • Orchestral Musician 
  • Private Music Tutor 
  • Professional Instrumentalist 
  • Music Teacher 

 

 Learn more about how AIM helps you to succeed View Career Opportunities.

course pathways

course overview

Try a Diploma of Music (Pathway into Bachelor of Music) 

Not quite ready for a full three-year degree? See if tertiary music studies are for you with a one-year Diploma of Music. You will take electives across all our programs, gain musical literacy, and build foundational academic skills. You will achieve an industry-recognised qualification and be accredited for all your completed courses if you decide to continue into your Bachelor of Music as a second-year student. 

To gain entry into our Bachelor of Music programs, applicants are required to audition and must prepare two contrasting items. These may take the form of: 

  • A live music performance 
  • A recorded video or audio performance 
  • A recorded original composition including a credit list (for example: composer, lyricist, arranger, producer, musicians, engineer) 
  • A pdf score of an original composition or arrangement 
  • A handwritten score of an original composition or arrangement 
  • An original audio mix of a musical work including a credit list (for example: composer, lyricist, arranger, producer, musicians, engineer) 
  • An analytical essay about music or the music business. Topics may include a music artist, composer, musical work, genre, or aspect of the music business. 

Applicants for Bachelor of Music – Performance should prepare two live or recorded music performances. Find out more about auditioning at AIM.

AND 

Must have achieved ONE of the following:  

  • Satisfactory completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Year 12 Certificate in the last 2 years (such as HSC or VCE*) and satisfy the minimum English language entry of a Band 3 in HSC English Standard (or equivalent)  
  • Satisfactory completion of IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma qualification in the past 2 years  
  • Satisfactory completion of an AQF VET qualification (Certificate IV and above, or equivalent as assessed by DET)  
  • Satisfactory completion of at least 6 months full-time tertiary study (AQF level 5 or higher)  
  • Be a mature age student (21 years or older)  

*NOTE: Completion of Senior VCAL (Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning) does not meet these requirements.  

Need Further Information? View Entry Requirements Domestic or Entry Requirements International.

Would you like to talk about your options for entry? Email us admissions@aim.edu.au  

LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS

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    Josh Kyle is a highly respected faculty member at AIM’s Melbourne campus. His varied approach to music-making has seen him involved with many different musical experiences and settings. He has released four albums under his own name.

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“MY FAVOURITE THING ABOUT AIM WAS THE NETWORKING. IT INTRODUCES YOU TO SO MANY PEOPLE THAT ARE DOING SO MANY DIFFERENT THINGS. IT WAS SUCH A GOOD COMMUNITY, EVERYBODY WELCOMED YOU IN…IT WAS A VERY EXCITING PLACE TO BE!”

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