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    Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology)
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    Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology)

    University of Melbourne

    University of Melbourne

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    Australia, Melbourne

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Graduate Diploma

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    056297D

    Campuses

    Parkville

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026
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    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 42,976  / year
    Next Intake February-2026

    Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology)

    About

    Overview

    The Graduate Diploma in Music is a one-year program designed for university graduates in any field who wish to undertake graduate study in music.

    In the Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology) you will conceive, plan and execute a dissertation, and present a paper at a conference organised by the Conservatorium midway through the program. To support the writing of your dissertation, you undertake a music research subject, introducing you to current issues in musicology and a variety of resources and methodologies available for musicological research. Topics include an introduction to the skills and techniques of musicological research, including such issues as music bibliography, editorial and archival practices, as well as the mechanics of dissertation writing. You will also choose academic elective subjects relevant to your area of research and interest.

    Upon completion of the Graduate Diploma in Music you may be eligible to apply for masters by coursework or research in Music.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum eligibility

    You’re considered an international student based on your citizenship – even if you're studying in Australia.

    Masters

    You must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a recognised institution. Most Masters degrees also require a minimum WAM (Weighted Average Mark)based on your previous studies for entry. You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you’re eligible for a specific Masters degree.

    Depending on your previous studies and experience you could also be eligible for credit towards your studies at the University.

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    Doctorates

    If you go on to a doctorate, you need to have completed an Honours and Masters degree in the relevant discipline. Additional qualifications and work experience is also taken into consideration.

    Go to Graduate research study for more information

    To find out about assessment and our admissions criteria, see How you're selected.

    Course-specific requirements

    Graduate coursework degrees may have specific interviews, portfolios and supplementary tests you need to do before you can be accepted into a degree.

    To find out about specific requirements, review the entry and application information for the course you're interested in to find out what these are.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS: Score: 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

    TOEFL: Score: 79+, with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13.

    PEARSON: Score: 64+, with no communicative skill below 60.

    CAMBRIDGE: Score: 176+, with no skill less than 169.

    Career

    The Graduate Diploma in Music provides eligibility for entry into the Master of Music by coursework or research.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 42,976 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of Melbourne

    Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology)

    University of Melbourne

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