Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry)

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

065131G

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320 / yaer

Next Intake February-2026

Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry)

About

Take your love of the music industry to a new level.

Study in the heart of Melbourne, the exciting music capital of Australia and home to thriving local scenes, buskers, bars, clubs, theatres and festivals. You will learn about key music technologies, global music cultures, popular music scenes, music business practice and live music performance.

The Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry) is a one-of-a-kind degree that is renowned for its blend of project-based work and academic study. You’ll have opportunities to pursue your own interests, such as creative music-making with Ableton Live, in addition to developing your critical thinking and problem solving skills. In your final year of study, you’ll undertake an internship at a music industry organisation that suits your career aspirations, giving you work experience before you graduate.

Why study music industry at RMIT?

Expert academics

Learn from people with first-hand knowledge of performance, touring, journalism and event coordination.

Professional internships

Gain hands-on experience at a record label, touring organisation, radio station or live venue.

High-end facilities

Get creative in our Ableton Live music production studio, and hone your skills in our DJ studio.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

If you are applying for July intake, you must have successfully completed tertiary level studies equivalent to the following course to be considered for mid-year entry.

PERF2063 Music: People and Practices (24 credit points)

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English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Graduates are employed in a variety of areas within the music industries and the broader creative industries. Completion of the degree offers you the opportunity to find employment in these industries through industry-based projects and placements.

RMIT students experience a high level of employment upon graduation due to their professional skill level. This degree provides a broad overview of the music industries, and the type of career this qualification leads to may include:

artist manager
broadcaster or podcaster
concert manager or promotor
digital music producer/composer
music administrator
music distributor
music event manager
music policy advisor
music writer/journalist
performer
private music educator
recording artist
sound designer
sound/studio engineer
teacher

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

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