Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Popular Music
- 3 years
- Duration
- 48,300 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
Gain knowledge and expertise in modern performance and composition, songwriting, and digital innovation by majoring in contemporary popular music. You'll also improve your networking and entrepreneurial abilities. Digital production abilities, analytical thinking, listening comprehension, and creative problem-solving are just a few of the transferable skills you'll pick up along the way. In addition to working alone, you will have the chance to build a portfolio with others that reflects the creative realities of the music business.
Program structure
Level 1
Core (take all units — 18 points):
- MUSC1350 Popular Music in Global Perspective (6)
- MUSC1441 Contemporary Popular Music Principal Studies 1 (6)
- MUSC1442 Contemporary Popular Music Principal Studies 2 (6)
Option (take unit(s) to the value of 6 points):
- MUSC1054 Music Theory for Electronic Musicians (6)
- MUSC1203 Songwriting: An Introduction (6)
- MUSC1321 Music Language 1 (6)
Level 2
Core (take all units — 18 points):
- MUSC2274 Electronic Music: Sampling and Synthesis (6)
- MUSC2441 Contemporary Popular Music Principal Studies 3 (6)
- MUSC2442 Contemporary Popular Music Principal Studies 4 (6)
Level 3
Core (take all units — 12 points):
- MUSC3441 Contemporary Popular Music Principal Studies 5 (6)
- MUSC3538 Professional Skills: Music Industry and Artist (6)
Option (take unit(s) to the value of 6 points):
- MUSC3335 Music in the Sixties (6)
- MUSC3336 Music in Film, TV and Video Games (6)
- MUSC3341 Music, Society, and Ideas (6)
- MUSC3544 Topics in Performance Practice (6)
Price
- Tuition fee — 48,300 AUD per year.
A standard full time enrolment of 48 points per year equals 1 EFTSL (1 EFTSL is the Equivalent Full Time Study Load). If you enrol in more or less than 48 credit points per year, your yearly annual fee may be different. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase, as outlined in the UWA Acceptance Contract.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- achieved an ATAR of at least 75, or equivalent as recognised by UWA or
- an assured pathway offer or
- achieved a score of at least 100 in UWA's experienced based entry assessment or
- a place in a relevant UWA access program.
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
