How to Apply as a Domestic Student

Are you ready to apply to AIM? We’re here to help you every step of the way.

At AIM, you apply directly to us, all year round. We have 3 intakes each year for all our programs, and we also offer Early Entry. 

Not a domestic student? Find out the steps for an international student.

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Its Easy to Apply to AIM

If you’ve found a music course at AIM that suits your career goals, there are three main ways you can enrol for February 2026: Direct Entry, VTAC or UAC.

Let’s take a look at the process and benefits of each option, so you know exactly how to apply for your ideal music course in 2026.

Direct Entry Application Process

Why apply directly to AIM?

Apply directly to AIM via the AIM website is a really easy process, and it’s the ideal choice if you:

Know which course at AIM you want
– Want to join a community of artists who are shaping the future of music
– Want to secure your place by auditioning as soon as possible

Choose your course 

Explore our wide range of courses and review the entry requirements. 

Submit your application 

Click the APPLY NOW button at the top right of the screen, fill out your details, and submit your app.

Audition or submit your portfolio 

Most courses require this; check the entry requirements for each. 

Accept your letter of offer 

To secure your place, accept your offer and prepare to enrol.

Provide documents 

Send copies of the documents that demonstrate you meet the entry requirements. 

You’ve done it! 

Start creating your own music future at AIM. 

Apply via UAC (AIM Sydney)

What is UAC?: The University Admissions Centre (UAC) coordinates all university enrollment applications across the state of New South Wales.

How to apply for a course at AIM’s Sydney campus via UAC:

  1. Visit UAC
  2. Create a UAC account and submit your personal and academic information.
  3. Select the AIM courses you’re interested in.
  4. Submit your preferences: make sure to select your favourite AIM course as your first preference in the UAC preference list, to ensure the best chance of getting in. You can change preferences until the listed deadline.
  5. Prepare for your audition while you wait to hear from the AIM Future Students Team regarding a date.

Apply via VTAC (AIM Melbourne)

What is VTAC?: The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) coordinates and centralises university enrollment applications across the state of Victoria.

How to apply for a course at AIM’s Melbourne campus via VTAC:

  1. Visit VTAC 
  2. Create a VTAC account and submit your personal and academic information.
  3. Select the AIM courses you’re interested in.
  4. Submit your preferences: make sure to select your favourite AIM course as your first preference in the VTAC system, to ensure the best chance of getting in. You can change preferences until the listed deadline.
  5. Prepare for your audition while you wait to hear from the AIM Future Students Team regarding a date.

Start your music journey