CONTEMPORARY PERFORMANCE

POST-GRADUATE / MASTERS DEGREE SUMMARY
Post Graduate music programs are designed for individuals who:      

• Are music graduates wanting to focus on the development of more sophisticated skills and knowledge.          
  OR
• Are graduates and wish to develop specialist music skills

Over 4 semesters, Masters students undertake 2 main streams:

1. Major Study (b-e):

a) individual lesson each week and end-semester performance examination
b) Masterclass attendance and participation
c) Performance Studies (individual or ensemble)
d) Concert Practice attendance and participation
e) At conclusion of Major Study E: examination via public performance

2: Four Electives (Special Projects 1-4 Coursework)  ie: one per semester.
In consultation with supervisor, these can include a recording, research, transcription or analysis project.

Graduate Pathway Overview
(A2.8 Admission requirements)

Candidates may enter the Graduate Certificate of Music under various arrangements, such as:

• from a Bachelor degree, with relevant professional practice experience if from a non-music degree 

• from an Advanced Diploma, Diploma or higher-level vocational Certificate together with extensive relevant work experience, or

 • on the basis of extensive relevant work experience demonstrating potential to undertake study at this level.

 • with regards to English language skills we have AIM wide English language criteria for overseas students.: minimum IELTS score of 6.