Bachelor of Music (Specialisation)

The Bachelor of Music (Specialisation) at CQUniversity Australia is based in Rockhampton. This degree is aimed at students interested in working as professional musicians, composers, or music educators. Throughout three years of full-time study, students engage in core music studies and select a specialisation that matches their interests, often performance, composition, or music studies. Learning takes place in specialised facilities and may involve collaboration with practising musicians, ensembles, and community arts initiatives.

Study is organised into units (subjects), each with an assigned credit point value that contributes to the degree's total requirement. Students typically progress through foundational music theory and history, performance practice, and their chosen area of specialisation. Near the end of the degree, learners may work on a capstone project, this could be a major performance, composition portfolio, or research project, giving hands-on experience relevant to Australian industry contexts.

Skills developed include musicianship, ensemble work, technical ability on an instrument or in composition, and knowledge of the music business relevant to Australia’s creative sector. Students also build skills in creative thinking, collaboration, and public presentation. The course is a good fit for those with existing musical training who wish to pursue music as a career or continue to postgraduate study.

Australian study allows students to work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to gain post-study work experience. Industry links and performance opportunities are often a part of music degrees at Australian universities. As details can change, always check the official course page for the latest information on unit selection and structure.

• Professional musician
• Composer or arranger
• Music teacher (private or studios; further qualification required for schools)
• Arts administrator
• Music producer or sound technician
• Roles in community arts and cultural organisations
• Positions in music retail, orchestras, ensembles, and event management