Selection criteria
Admission into this course is based on an entrance rank.
A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- diploma pathway
- other Australian qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to university via alternate pathway programs and admission
schemes. More information is available on the University of Canberra website
In addition to the above, your entry will be based on one of the following:
a live or online audition
OR
a written personal reference from your Year 12 high school music teacher with accompanying academic statement.
Resources required
Your own musical equipment and essential music backline gear is required. Computer hardware and software is provided on campus.
It is recommended that students have access to a reliable internet connection to access the University of Canberra’s online learning system Canvas, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for students to use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
Placement
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is embedded within this degree.
Need to know
Articulation:
- Any one-year TAFE Queensland diploma (or equivalent) can articulate with 24 credit point transfer, which equates to one year full time study (or 8 units).
- 24 credit point transfer, which equates to one year full time study (or 8 units), from any other degree program.
Recommended Electives:
Year 1, Semester 2 - 9709 Music Skills
Year 2, Semester 1 - 11134 Sound Design
Student Services and Amenities Fee:
You will be required to pay a SSAF.
Pathways to Honours:
The Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours) is open to students who have completed a UC/TAFE QLD partnership degree with at least a grade point average of 5.0 or better (equivalent to a credit average), or students from a three-year degree in a cognate discipline with a relevant major in which they received a grade point average of 5.0 or better.
Pass degree graduates in similar disciplinary fields from other universities, with comparable results, may also be eligible to undertake this honours degree.