Bachelor of Music (Musical Communication)

Entry requirements

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

• English (Units 3 and 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at Australian Year 12 high school level. Find out more about assumed knowledge.

• Attend an audition/interview (see details below).

Note: It is a requirement that Queensland-based students hold a current positive notice indicating that they are deemed suitable for working with children and young people whilst studying the Bachelor of Music. Further information about the Blue Card or Exemption Card suitability process is available from the Blue Card Services.

English language requirements

You are required to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subscore. UniSQ also accepts other English language proficiency tests.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can apply to study with our English language partner, the Union Institute of Language (UIL), or if you're a domestic student you can apply to study UniSQ Ready courses TPP0122 and TPP0123.

Audition and interview information

On-campus applicants must attend an audition and interview and perform two contrasting pieces. Applicants for online study will submit a video recording of their performances and attend a phone / Skype interview.

Applicants will also need to provide:

• A school exit statement, or evidence of previous education standard achieved.
• Their own accompanying tracks on MP3 or an iPod if required.
• A written statement (500 words) addressing a musical experience which has inspired, motivated or moved you. It might be a performance or concert you attended or participated in, or music of a particular artist or work. The submission should be typed and signed by you, with a statement which certifies that the work is your own. Please present your submission at interview.
• Applicants are not required to have undertaken high school music, or Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) practical/theory, or musicianship exams.

For registration and audition tips, please see our Auditions and interviews page. Please note that you will need to apply for your degree before registering to audition.