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Bachelor of Music
- Penrith, Australia
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Music is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream, bachelor's including honours; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; Indian nationals 2 years, 3 years for first-class honours in STEM/ICT under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO passport holders up to 5 years; regional graduates may later get a Second Post-Higher Education Work visa of 1-2 years)): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Music and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Performance
- Composition and arranging
- Private studio teaching
- Music library science
- Arts management
Curriculum
- Music theory
- Aural skills
- Class piano
- Music history and ethnomusicology
- Conducting
- Arranging and orchestration
- Music technology
- Electronic music and applied lessons with ensembles
- Depending on emphasis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Year 12 or overseas equivalent recognised through AEI-NOOSR (Entry Qualifications Table)
- Some programmes assume Mathematics or English
- Australian HSC
- IB or NCEA Level 3 holders apply via UAC International.
Accepted academic background
Year 12 or overseas equivalent recognised by AEI-NOOSR, Or completed Diploma from The College or relevant VET award, Australian HSC/IB/NCEA Level 3 holders apply via UAC International. Assumed knowledge Mathematics and English for many programmes, Some (nursing, Health, Teaching, Medicine) have extra requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest)
- TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21
- PTE Academic Speaking 18
- IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Certified academic transcripts and qualifications
- Passport identification page
- English proficiency evidence if required
- Additional program-specific documents if requested
How to apply
- Check the entry and English requirements for your course. Apply free through the International Application System
- directly or via an agent; HSC
- IB or NCEA Level 3 students apply through UAC International. Receive your Offer of Admission (a College pathway may be offered) and read the International Fee and Refund Agreement and OSHC information. Pay fees and receive your eCoE. Apply for the student visa with proof of funds and arrange OSHC. Attend orientation and study full time.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $34,776 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $0 AUD |
| Deposit | $64,486 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Penrith |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Social Sciences, Arts, Business, Education and Law |
| Department | School of Arts |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 2 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream, bachelor's including honours; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months; Indian nationals 2 years, 3 years for first-class honours in STEM/ICT under AI-ECTA; Hong Kong/BNO passport holders up to 5 years; regional graduates may later get a Second Post-Higher Education Work visa of 1-2 years) |
| Scholarship note | For 2027, eligible new international undergraduate applicants may be considered for academic-merit scholarships worth 5000 AUD, 10000 AUD or up to 50% of tuition. Coursework applicants are considered automatically; awards are not guaranteed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
For 2027, eligible new international undergraduate applicants may be considered for academic-merit scholarships worth 5000 AUD, 10000 AUD or up to 50% of tuition. Coursework applicants are considered automatically; awards are not guaranteed.
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The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is $34,776 AUD per year. The application fee is $0 AUD. The deposit is $64,486 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest), TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21, PTE Academic Speaking 18, IELTS 6.5. A portfolio is required. An interview is required.
For 2027, eligible new international undergraduate applicants may be considered for academic-merit scholarships worth 5000 AUD, 10000 AUD or up to 50% of tuition. Coursework applicants are considered automatically; awards are not guaranteed.