Music studies – sometimes called musicology – is the academic analysis of a range of musical fields, including music production, singing, performance, screen music, popular music studies, avant-garde music, DJ, and Indigenous and world music. 

This major combines practical and theoretical components, and provides the opportunity to specialise in particular musical interests. It offers a comprehensive coverage of diverse 20th and 21st century music concepts, practices, technologies and industries. You’ll develop critical analysis and reflective skills in musical practices, theories and technologies; learn key communication skills in musical contexts and media to enhance your employability; and learn to adapt to changing practices and technologies through real-world experiences. You’ll also develop and fine-tune your creative professionalism.

Key Features

• Musical training is not a prerequisite. Music units are open to all students undertaking the Bachelor of Arts. 
• You can design a program based on your interests. Units cover a broad range of composition and performance skills in contemporary musical disciplines, including world music, vocal studies, musical theatre, audio mixing, interactive sound and DJ performance. 
• You’ll be taught by musicians, practitioners and researchers who will provide you with a range of skills for music and creative practices. 
• Our state-of-the-art music facilities and technologies are unique. The acoustic studios – built by acclaimed designers – offer a range of contrasting spaces.

• Arts and cultural administrator 
• Community arts practitioner 
• Band director 
• Booking agent 
• Broadcasting technician 
• Community arts practitioner 
• Composer 
• Concert and event specialist 
• Event manager 
• Music adviser 
• Music publisher 
• Music video director 
• Music writer/journalist 
• Musician 
• Performer 
• Producer 
• Promoter 
• Radio program director 
• Researcher 
• Reviewer 
• Screen and game music designer 
• Sound effects designer 
• Sound technician
• Arts promoters 
• Audio engineering companies 
• Content production companies 
• Cultural organisations 
• Digital agencies 
• Event companies 
• Film producers 
• Gaming companies 
• Music news organisations 
• Radio broadcasters 
• Self-employment