Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Course

0821 - Bachelor of Music

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Arts

Managing faculty	Arts
Abbreviated title	BMus
CRICOS code	017113G
Total credit points required	144
Standard duration of study (years)	3 years FT, 6 years PT
Study mode and location	On-campus (Clayton)
Admission, fee and application details	http://www.monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/0821
Contact details	http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/contact_us/

Notes

Students have a maximum of eight years to complete this course.

Description

In addition to learning practical skills, students will be exposed to the historical, creative, technical and cultural aspects of music.

Objectives

The course provides students with a comprehensive and balanced education appropriate for careers in all aspects of the music industry.

Structure

This course consists of 144 points of music units.

Areas of study

For information on music majors and minors refer to the 'Areas of study' section in this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html.

Requirements

Students complete:

(a.) a primary music major (54 points)

(b.) a second music major (54 points)

(c.) a music minor (24 points)

(d.) two first-year-level music units (12 points)

Award(s)

Bachelor of Music