Arts (Music), Bachelor

Ranked top 50 in the world for social sciences and languages, and with 30+ study areas, our Bachelor of Arts degree offers maximum choice and flexibility. The unique Professional Futures program, and our internships and industry connections ensure you will graduate career ready.

About musicThere are different ways to include music in your studies. You can audition to enrol in the Bachelor of Music, or if you’re studying another course, such as a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science, you can still include non-practical music units as a major, minor or elective. There’s also an opportunity to join a range of small and large ensembles, some of which require an audition.The major or minor in music within the Bachelor of Arts is available to students who have no previous music experience.Why choose music?Our school prides itself on the number of opportunities we provide our students, including performances on and off campus, with visiting artists and staff. You’ll have access to recording facilities as well as one of Australia’s leading music archives featuring instruments from around the world.Our music staff are renowned performers in classical, jazz, pop, composition and music technology, and critical performance studies. They are also music creators and innovators, writers and researchers. You will see our staff soloing and leading ensembles worldwide, and experience their recordings and publications.What will you study?A major or minor in music allows you to develop the necessary critical, analytical and interpretive skills to investigate various areas of music. These may include:ImprovisationPopular and world musicMusic across time and placeSong writingPractices related to the music industryWestern art musicEnsemble performanceMusic technology.Career opportunitiesMusic is key to a rich cultural life and can lead to many different careers, including:Music reviewingArchivistJournalismTeachingArts administrationMarketingMedia and communications.Global studyWith Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll have the opportunity to venture into new and challenging contexts to enhance your learning.Short term programs:Music overseas study program – Italy.Global Immersion Guarantee:As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.