Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts)

    Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts)

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 40,500 / Year(s)
    Next IntakeFebruary 1, 2024

    Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts)

    About

    Innovate in sound

    The creation and distribution of music and sound has been transformed by digital technology. It's accelerated the growth of the arts, entertainment, creative and media industries into huge global enterprises.

    Our Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts) prepares you to play a leading creative role in this exciting landscape.

    Sonic Arts incorporates all applications of contemporary technology to sound and music. You will:

    • take courses in composition, studio recording, live performance and digital media
    • have 24/7 access to specialized facilities, including production studios, recording rooms and digital audio laboratories
    • research sound theory and music history
    • collaborate on group performance projects
    • learn from international artists and industry professionals.

    You'll follow your interests across a range of specialised courses and electives in: 

    • sound engineering
    • music production
    • film sound
    • software design
    • computer music composition
    • instrument building
    • computer game audio
    • interactivity
    • sound design.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    International Baccalaureate

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Career

    Potential careers

    Sound Production, Music Technologist, Entertainment Industry, Recording Artist / Musician, Broadcaster, Composer, Producer, Sound Engineer, Lyricist, Backing Musician, Music Educator, Music Journalist / Music Critic, Music Producer, Music Therapist, Music Video Director, DJ, Digital Content Creator, Entertainer, Sound Artist, Sound Designer, Sound Technician, Music Festival Director, ...

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 110

    How to Apply

    Online application checklist

    • Complete the student agreement (IDP applicants only)
    • Attach the following as PDF files
      • Academic transcripts and graduation certificates for all school and tertiary studies you have undertaken (original language and certified English translations)
      • Official English testing results from IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson or Cambridge CAE/CPE (if applicable)
      • Syllabus of subjects if you wish to be considered for advanced standing (credit transfer)
      • Any professional qualification or memberships you may have
      • A copy of your passport and visa (if applicable)
    • Payment of AUD $110 for the Application Fee (required upon submission)

    System Requirements

    The application site is optimised for:

    • Chrome 30, Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 27, Safari 7.
    • You must use an English language keyboard
    • Your screen area needs to be set at least at 1024 x 768 pixels or higher resolution to ensure you are able to view the Scroll Bars and Continue buttons within the services

    Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts)

    University of Adelaide

    University of Adelaide

    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide