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Associate Degree in Music (A2M)

Overview

The Associate Degree in Music is a two-year full-time (maximum five-year part-time) qualification grounded in the vibrant cultural community that is the University of Tasmania's School of Creative Arts and Media. Based in Hobart and enjoying the excellent recording, rehearsal, and performance spaces at the Hedberg, you will join a learning community that values and explores diverse forms of music.

Duration

Minimum 2 years, up to a maximum of 5 years. This course is available to study as both part-time or full-time.

Location

Hobart

Semester 1

• Course rules
• Australian Qualification Framework level: 6
• Download Course Planner (PDF 103.1 KB)
• Commonwealth Supported places available

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply music skills and contextual knowledge to creative and scholarly practice
2. Identify and define musical problems by applying core theoretical, analytic, and practical skills to contextual inquiry and creative outcomes
3. Apply and adapt digital literacy, project management skills, and creative inquiry to produce creative music practice and music-related scholarship
4. Exercise self-reflection, awareness, and responsibility in developing musical practice, in response to diverse professional, social, and cultural contexts
5. Collaborate through musical practice and interdisciplinary engagement

Practical Experience

• All new, purpose-built facilities for collaboration, rehearsing, performing, and recording
• One-on-one tuition
• Learn beyond the classroom
• Study overseas at one of our partner institutions
• Become a Student Ambassador

Work Integrated Learning

• Work with festival and industry leaders
• Students have the opportunity to take part in internationally acclaimed festivals

Course Structure

The Associate Degree in Music requires the completion of 200 credit points comprising:

• 150 credit points of Core units
• 50 credit points of Core Option units

Core

Complete 150 credit points of core units, consisting of 75 credit points at Introductory level and 75 credit points at Intermediate level.

Introductory Units

• FCA106 - Music and Place
• FCA107 - Music and Spectacle
• FCA111 - Music Practice 1
• FCA112 - Music Practice 2
• FCA119 - Tools and Techniques 2
• FCA120 - Tools and Techniques 1

Intermediate Units

• FCA201 - Arranging and Music Creation
• FCA208 - Music and Politics
• FCA209 - Music and the Future
• FCA211 - Music Practice 3
• FCA212 - Music Practice 4
• FSX207 - Creative Lab

Core Options

Complete 50 credit points of Core Option units

• FCE105 - Ensemble Skills 1
• FCE106 - Ensemble Skills 2
• FCE234 - Ensemble Skills 3
• FCE235 - Ensemble Skills 4
• FPB114 - Dramatic Interactions
• FPB132 - The Theatre Machine
• FPB144 - Movement for Performers
• FXA100 - The Arts and Dementia Care
• FXA101 - Creativity for Life
• FXA202 - The Photo Essay: Storytelling with image and text
• FXA300 - Music, Mind and Body
• FXA301 - Arts in the Community
• FXA302 - Perspectives of the Arts on Health and Wellbeing
• HEJ140 - Making Media: Filming, Editing and Design

Entry Requirements

For Domestic students:

• Meet the University's General Entry Requirements based on your prior studies and experience
• Successfully complete an audition and interview in person on-campus in Hobart, or by submitting a private internet link, USB, CD, or DVD of your audition repertoire in lieu of a live audition in Hobart, and interview over the phone/internet

Special Consideration

If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application.

Articulation

Students can exit with a Diploma of Music if they meet the requirements of that award. Students who successfully complete the Associate Degree in Music may articulate with full credit into the Bachelor of Music, and can also articulate into the Bachelor of Arts with full credit.

Fees & Scholarships

Domestic Students

• Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course
• Your tuition fees will depend on specific unit enrolment, and are subject to annual increases each year
• HECS-HELP loans may be available for eligible students

Domestic Scholarships

For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please refer to the scholarships website.