Bachelor of Music (Composition)
University of Sydney
About
If you want to become a professional composer and specialise in music for the concert hall, this degree is for you.
You will focus on art music and study with internationally regarded composers.
Creating new music is a vital part of studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
The Conservatorium’s composition and music technology staff are some of Australia’s most gifted and widely recognised composers.
You will learn all facets of musical composition, and we will support you to specialise and create more ambitious work.
Have the opportunity to have your music performed by Conservatorium orchestras, ensembles and guest artists.
Get involved with student-led concerts and composing for events with our industry partners.
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To gain entry, applicants will need:
- a secondary education qualification with an admission score of 70 (or equivalent), or approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses
- an audition registration
- English language requirements where these are not demonstrated by sufficient qualifications taught in English.
Alternatively, applicants may be granted admission on the basis of:
- having successfully undertaken tertiary studies in music at or above Diploma level to the equivalent of at least one year of study.
Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways.
Creative Arts Special Admissions Scheme
Domestic applicants undertaking a current recognised high school (Year 12) qualification and applying via UAC, may be eligible for an early offer of admission prior to the release of ATARs or equivalent score under the University’s Creative Arts Special Admission Scheme. Eligible applicants will be assessed based on a combination of academic performance and audition requirements.
Credit for previous study
If you’ve already completed university-level or equivalent subjects, you may be able to apply for credit for previous study.
Learning outcomes
What you'll study
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