Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry)

The Bachelor of Arts (Music Industry) program provides an innovative approach to the study of music in local and global contexts.

Students are prepared for a variety of careers within the music industries and the broader creative industries.You will explore contemporary trends and issues through a combination of practical, project-based work and academic, theoretical study.

Studying in the centre of Melbourne exposes you to thriving local scenes, buskers, bars, clubs, theatres and festivals, in the exciting music capital of Australia.Through a studio-based learning environment, you will experience a variety of teaching modes, such as lectures, seminars, work integrated learning and problem-solving workshops.

You will learn about key music technologies, global music cultures, popular music scenes, music business practice and live music performance.

Beyond the specifics of the music industries, you will also investigate broader cultural, social and historical perspectives through undertaking a sequence of contextual courses (for example, Asian Media and Culture, or Cinema Studies).

Completing a work placement will enable you to develop networks within the industry, and there will also be opportunities to study overseas as part of your degree.

A selection of music industry electives are offered that focus on music video, sound design, and DJing and electronic dance music, as well as electives from across the university.

Year One of Program

Complete the following Two (2) Core Courses:

Complete two (2) courses in the first block of the Contextual Study area of your choice. Please refer to the list of Contextual Studies options and their courses, which can be found after the Year Three course list.

Complete two (2) courses in the School Options list that you have not taken or passed already. Please refer to the list of School Option courses at the end of this program structure document.

AND

Year Two of Program

Complete the following Three (3) Core Courses:

Complete two (2) courses in the second block of the Contextual Study area of your choice. Please refer to the list of Contextual Studies options and their courses, which can be found after the Year Three course list.

Complete one (1) course in the School Options list that you have not taken or passed already. Please refer to the list of School Option courses at the end of this program structure document.

AND

Year Three of Program

Complete the following Two (2) Core Courses:

Complete the only one (1) course in the last block of the Contextual Study area of your choice. Please refer to the list of Contextual Studies options and their courses, which can be found after the Year Three course list.

Complete one (1) course in the School Options list that you have not taken or passed already. Please refer to the list of School Option courses at the end of this program structure document.

Select and Complete Two (2) Courses from:

AND (

Contextual Studies: Approaches to Popular Culture

Year One: Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

Year Two: Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

Year Three: Complete the following One (1) Course:

OR

Contextual Studies: Asian Media and Culture

Year One: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Year Two: Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

Year Three: Complete the following One (1) Course:

OR

Contextual Studies: Cinema Studies

Year One: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Year Two: Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

Year Three: Complete the following One (1) Course:

OR

Contextual Studies: Literary Studies

Year One: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Year Two: Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

Year Three: Complete the following One (1) Course:

OR

Contextual Studies: Politics, Economies and Communication

Year One: Complete the following Two (2) Courses:

Year Two: Select and Complete Two (2) of the following Courses:

Year Three: Complete the following One (1) Course:

) AND

School Options:

School Options:

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school) qualification.

For equivalents to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country Equivalency web page on the RMIT website.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

International English language requirements

A minimum of IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English requirements web page.

As a graduate of this program you will be equipped to pursue a career as a creative, critical and reflective music industry practitioner, within a framework of ethical professional practice and lifelong learning. You will be able to:

• employ a body of theoretical knowledge and skills to respond to the multi-skilled nature of the changing music industry;
• analyse and evaluate music practices and theories in local, national and global communities and industry contexts;
• apply a body of theoretical and practical knowledge and specific skills in media and communication, particularly in your discipline, in which to base your professional practice or future study;
• demonstrate creativity, critical thinking and innovation when identifying and solving problems in diverse contexts within your discipline;
• communicate using diverse formats and strategies to audiences within and external to your discipline;
• work with others in a range of roles and contexts, demonstrating cultural, environmental and social awareness and ethical and reflective practice;
• apply initiative and judgment in planning, problem solving and decision making in your practice or future study.