Course overview
The Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) is great for instrumentalists or vocalists looking to become a highly accomplished musician, both as a soloist and within an ensemble setting. You also have the opportunity to study other areas of music that might complement your key study area. You will receive intensive and specialised one-on-one lessons from some of Australia’s most accomplished performers and educators, participate in group masterclasses and ensembles and be given opportunities to perform live allowing you to further develop your performance skills. You will focus on the musicianship and performance aspects of modern genres such as blues, rock & roll, jazz, soul, funk, gain an understanding of complex music concepts and develop the ability to work successfully in both the Australian and International music industries.
Collaborate with a serious mix of fellow musicians who will help you explore and expand your skills and sound, while you simultaneously excel in music theory and aural musicianship.
Course record
Other Information
Practical experience
Ability to either play an instrument or sing with a basic understanding of contemporary genres.
Fees and charges
Refer to Australian Institute of Music current fee information.
Majors
Areas of study
Contemporary music, ensemble, music theory, performance studies (in your chosen instrument).
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Arranger, composer, live performer, musician, music supervisor, music director, private music tutor, secondary music teacher, session performer, singer/songwriter. Or you can continue your studies at a postgraduate level with AIM.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Applicants under 21 (including current Year 12s) Applicants under the age of 21 must provide evidence of at least one of the following: satisfactory completion of HSC (Higher School Certificate) including a minimum of English Standard in the last 2 years. Note that any result below a Band 3 in English Standard may require further assessment. satisfactory completion of IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma qualification in the past 2 years satisfactory completion of an AQF VET qualification (Certificate IV and above, or equivalent as assessed by DET) satisfactory completion of at least 6 months full-time tertiary study (AQF level 5 or higher). Applicants with work and life experience Applicants who are 21 years of age or older at the time of application are entitled to mature-age consideration. Mature-age applicants may obtain entry by performing to a satisfactory level in an audition and/or digital portfolio and/or interview. For applicants who do not meet the above criteria, admission may be granted by the Director of Academic Affairs or nominee based on a documented assessment of the applicant's overall ability to undertake the program of study and to achieve the course learning outcomes. For more information, contact AIM directly .
Student profile
Campuses & intake dates
- Sydney CampusNSW