Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education

    Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide

    Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide

    International students can study the Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide on the Adelaide City campus in Australia. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 year(s) and is offered at the Adelaide City campus.

    About Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education

    Progress your musical knowledge and skills with a Bachelor of Music (Honours) at Adelaide University. Our degree will broaden your career prospects and help you refine your craft.

    As part of your Music Education major, you’ll deepen your expertise through investigating research topics that interest you the most. Be ready to perform for your students and share your music knowledge. Graduate a confident and informed music educator or continue down the music research pathway. Either choice will lead you to a fulfilling career, helping others discover the value of music.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) of an undergraduate diploma (AQF level 5) or higher qualification at a recognised higher education institution.

    Essential requirements - Audition

    All applicants are required to register for an audition for each major and/or instrument they are applying for. For example, if you are auditioning for both voice and strings, you will need to register for two auditions in total. Selection will be based on audition score as long as academic thresholds are met.

    Auditions take place in November each year. If you are interstate or overseas and cannot attend an in-person audition, you can opt to submit a recorded audition when completing your registration form.

    How to register for an audition

    1. Complete the Honours Music Programs registration audition form.

    2. Pay the non-refundable audition registration fee online via our online portal.

    3. Read the audition requirements and prepare your material.

    If you need help working out your fee or have questions about the payment process, please contact [email protected]

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education

    Career outcomes

    As a graduate, you’ll unlock a variety of roles in music education. Maybe you’ll work as a curriculum developer, designing new and innovative music curricula for schools. Perhaps you’ll be a choir director, managing auditions, rehearsals, program selection, conducting and vocal coaching.

    You might also pursue the following careers:

    • Music coordinator
    • Music festival director
    • Music journalist or critic
    • Music teacher, educator or tutor
    • Musician.

    Industry trends

    According to a 2024 report, music education has great benefits for student academic and personal development. A survey of South Australian primary school teachers shows music education leads to better cognitive, social and emotional outcomes, better academic performance and reductions in anxiety and stress (The Tony Foundation, 2024). The South Australian Labor Government also recognises the importance of music education, investing $7.5 million to facilitate program growth in schools until 2027. Whether you pursue music research or work as a music educator, you’ll be joining an important industry.

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Music (Honours) majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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