Changes to courses in 2012 will present exciting new opportunities for the study of music at UWA where we have been producing world-class graduates for more than 50 years.

In addition to current specialities, there will be greater flexibility to tailor programs to meet individual student needs and to combine music with other study areas.

Courses

Undergraduate

From 2012, the study of music can be undertaken as part of the new undergraduate degrees in:

• • Bachelor of Arts [BA]
  • Bachelor of Commerce [BCom]
  • Bachelor of Design [BDes]
  • Bachelor of Science [BSc]
  • Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) [BPhil(Hons)]

These new degrees feature a simple, flexible course structure with a focus on developing communication, research and problem solving skills. Students will specialise in at least one area of study and also undertake some units outside their main study area.  

Postgraduate 

A BA or BPhil(Hons) graduate with two music majors will have postgraduate options in music across all areas.

Options for studying music from 2012

Option 1

BA or BPhil (Hons) Major in Music Studies and Specialist Music Studies.

Option 2

BA or BPhil (Hons) Major in Music Studies and option for second major.

All undergraduate students have the option of taking either one or two majors within their bachelor’s degree.

Students who wish to take a second major can select another BA major or a major specific to the BCom, BDes or BSc.

Option 3

BCom, BDes or BSc Non-music major (degree-specific) and a second major in Music Studies.

Option 4

BA, BCom, BDes, BSc or BPhil(Hons) No music major. Elective / broadening unit(s) taken in music including practical ensemble units.

From 2012, all students will study broadening units as part of their course. This will enable students to perform in a wide range of musical ensembles and/or choirs, regardless of their chosen field of study.

To major in Specialist Music Studies students need to be enrolled in either a BA or a BPhil(Hons) and be concurrently enrolled in the Music Studies major.