Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Music is a three-year program that provides students with the opportunity to develop their creative practice as musicians, as well as the theoretical knowledge needed for a successful career in music. The program is designed to equip students with a broad range of skills, making them well-positioned for various musical careers.

Program Details

• Duration: 3 years (or part-time equivalent)
• Location: St Lucia
• Program Code: 2535
• AQF: Level 7
• Dual Programs Available: Yes
• Admission Schemes Available: Yes
• Scholarships Available: Yes

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites

• Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent)
• General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
• An audition and interview with the School of Music

Minimum Entry Score

• ATAR / Rank: 70
• IB: 25.5

English Language Requirements

• IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6
• TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19
• PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands
• BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills
• CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative Annual Fee

• Domestic: $9,645 (2026)
• International: AUD $45,792 (2026)

Government Assistance

• HECS-HELP available for domestic students
• Financial aid available for international students

How to Apply

Applying Online

• Submit application to UQ or use an approved UQ agent
• Program code: 2535

Applying through QTAC

• Submit application to Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
• QTAC code: Not specified

Important Dates

• Audition application closing dates: Listed on the "Application for Audition" form
• To commence study in semester 1: November 30 of the previous year

Program Highlights

• Learn from nationally and internationally-acclaimed music professionals
• Undertake practical work experiences with industry partners
• Develop a broad range of skills, making you well-positioned for various musical careers

Career Possibilities

• Performer
• Vocal performer
• Conductor
• Composer
• Instrumental teacher
• Recording engineer
• Music producer
• Music programmer
• Music journalist
• Music critic

Dual Programs

• Bachelors of Music / Arts
• Bachelors of Music / Business Management
• Bachelors of Music / Science
• Bachelors of Music / Education (Secondary)
• Bachelors of Music / Mathematics
• Bachelor of Music/Diploma in Languages

What You'll Study

• Performance Studies
• Musicianship
• Creative Music Production
• Ensemble Studies
• Other courses as part of the program structure

Additional Application Information

• Selection based on audition, interview, and academic results
• Audition program of no longer than 15 minutes must be prepared
• Details must be provided to the School of Music when arranging the audition
• Repertoire performed should be comparable to Grade 7 AMEB for a competitive standard

Pathway Options

• Available for students who do not meet the entry requirements or are not offered a place in their first-choice program
• Learn more about pathway options

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

• Support available for applying and university life
• Contact the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit for more information

Student Visas

• International students accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Music are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500)
• Learn more about student visas

Entry Score Range

• This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Music for Semester 1, 2025
• Without adjustments: Highest 95.5, Median 78.95, Lowest 68.3
• With adjustments: Highest 99.7, Median 83.95, Lowest 70.3

Who You'll Study With

• Snapshot of student intake for this program in Semester 1, 2025
• Applicant background:
  • (A) Higher education study: <5
  • (B) Vocational Education and Training (VET) study: 0
  • (C) Work and life experience: 6 (24%)
  • (D) Recent secondary education:
    • Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR: 0
    • Admitted where ATAR and additional criteria were considered: 13 (52%)
    • Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor: 0
  • International students: <5
• Total: 25 (100%)