In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2021.
Some units of study and/or placements relating to this course cannot be delivered remotely or online for students commencing their study in Semester 1, 2021. You will be required to attend in-person on campus from Semester 1, 2022.
Note: The University intends to offer as many units of study as possible in a remote as well as face-to-face learning method of delivery in Semester 1, 2021 and subject to ongoing border closures and public health orders impacting attendance on campus, in Semester 2, 2021. However, some units of study and courses require students to study in-person at the relevant University of Sydney campus/es and host locations for placements and will not be available remotely.
About this course
If you can see yourself as a professional performer (in an orchestra, opera or jazz ensemble), you can specialise in this widely recognised, four-year degree.
Begin your professional career in music performance through individual and ensemble tuition from our industry experts, many of whom also perform as soloists and chamber musicians in highly regarded orchestras and jazz ensembles around the world.
We offer world-class venues and superb facilities, including more than 100 practice rooms, extensive library resources and the latest in music technology. As a performer, you will find various opportunities for international tours with professional orchestras, bands and chamber music groups.
Depends on your qualification, citizenship status
Refer to the UAC website for key dates.
Semester 1 (March)
Semester 2 (August) in the following principal study areas:
Closing dates
Direct applicants:
Semester 1 - 31 October
Semester 2 - 3 August
We strongly encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible to allow time for visa and travel arrangements.
UAC Applicants: Refer to the UAC website
Semester 1 (March)
Semester 2 (August) in the following principal study areas:
You will combine your chosen principal study with orchestral studies and chamber music, or other relevant ensemble studies. Other core studies will be in music skills, analysis, history and culture.
Principal study areas:
Guitar, organ, piano (non-orchestral)
Brass (orchestral)
Drum set (non-orchestral)
Non-western music (non-orchestral)
Bachelor of Music (Performance)
Year | Sem | Unit of study | |||
1 | 1 | Principal Study 1 | Music Theory and Aural Skills units | Orchestral Studies 1 | This is Music |
2 | Principal Study 2 | Music Theory and Aural Skills units | Orchestral Studies 2 | Analysis, History and Culture Studies foundation unit | |
2 | 1 | Principal Study 3 (extended) | Music Theory and Aural Skills units | Orchestral Studies 3 | Analysis, History and Culture Studies foundation unit |
2 | Principal Study 4 (extended) | Music Theory and Aural Skills units | Orchestral Studies 4 | Analysis, History and Culture Studies foundation unit | |
3 | 1 | Principal Study 5 (extended) | Orchestral Studies 5 | Chamber Music 1 | Teaching Music/Pedagogy |
2 | Principal Study 6 (extended) | Orchestral Studies 6 | Chamber Music 2 | Recital Preparation or free choice elective | |
4 | 1 | Principal Study 7 | Orchestral Studies 7 | Music Specialist Project or ICPU | |
2 | Principal Study 8 | Orchestral Studies 8 | Music Specialist Project or ICPU |
HSC Music 2 or equivalent
To gain entry, applicants will need:
Alternatively, applicants may be granted admission on the basis of:
Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways.
Domestic applicants undertaking a current recognised high school (Year 12) qualification and applying via UAC, may be eligible for an early offer of admission prior to the release of ATARs or equivalent score under the University’s Creative Arts Special Admission Scheme. Eligible applicants will be assessed based on a combination of academic performance and audition requirements.
If you’ve already completed university-level or equivalent subjects, you may be able to apply for credit for previous study.