Bachelor of Music majoring in Music Education

    Bachelor of Music majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide

    Bachelor of Music majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide

    Study Bachelor of Music majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide, a Bachelor degree offered on the Adelaide City campus in Australia. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 3 year(s) to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

    About Bachelor of Music majoring in Music Education

    The Bachelor of Music will prepare you with the technical skills, knowledge and professional standards for a successful career in music.

    Your major in Music Education will develop your individual performance capabilities and teach you methods and practices to teach other musicians. Learn how to create personalised lesson plans and structure impactful learning activities. Hone your musical technique and theoretical knowledge, ready to share your expertise. Strengthen your research skills as you prepare to become an innovative and informed teacher.

    Graduate ready to ignite creativity and nurture musical talent in your students. Your degree could lead to job opportunities in schools, universities, tutoring or in research.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Music 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 Bachelor of Music 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 majoring in Music Education

    Career outcomes

    Enter a fulfilling career sharing your passion for music with your students. As a Bachelor of Music graduate majoring in Music Education, you’ll be ready for opportunities across various educational settings. Maybe you’ll provide one-on-one music lessons in schools or run your own tuition business. Perhaps you’ll develop new methodologies for teaching students, allowing them to experience music in ways they’ll never forget.

    You could also pursue the following careers: 

    • Composer 
    • Music coordinator 
    • Music educator 
    • Music festival director 
    • Music journalist or critic 
    • Music producer 
    • Music researcher 
    • Music tutor 
    • Musician 
    • Recording artist. 

    Note: additional study like our Master of Teaching (Secondary) degree is required to be eligible for classroom teacher registration in South Australia.

    Industry trends 

    A 2024 report shows music education has significant benefits for student academic and personal growth. According to surveyed South Australian primary school teachers, music education leads to enhanced cognitive, social and emotional development, better academic performance and reductions in stress and anxiety (The Tony Foundation, 2024). With the Australian Labor Government investing $7.5 million to expand music education in schools until 2027, the positive impact and quality of these programs will only increase. Benefit from greater opportunity as a music educator – whether that be contributing to advancing music programs or furthering research. 

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Music majoring in Music Education at University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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