Music is an essential part of all cultures globally. A degree in Music Studies allows you to investigate music from social and political perspectives, examining the role and importance of music now and through history.
See Music for general music studies available in other degrees.
Complete the compulsory courses for the Bachelor of Music, along with the following major courses:
100-level
200-level
300-level
Music Studies can teach you technical skills in music alongside necessary skills such as communication, project management, and leadership.
Career pathways could include:
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Music.
Choose an area that you are interested in and learn how UC’s range of study options can let you study what you want to.
Develop your music performance skills in instruments or singing, performing individually and in groups.
Develop your music performance skills in instruments or singing, performing individually and in groups.
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