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Bachelor of Music (Jazz and Improvisation)

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Bachelor of Music provides advanced training across a variety of musical disciplines through an immersive and practical curriculum that combines music core studies, electives and breadth subjects. Students can specialise through majors including Jazz & Improvisation, building technical capability alongside creative practice and performance experience. The Jazz & Improvisation major emphasises individual, small-group and large-group performance and draws on diverse traditions including Australian Indigenous, non-Western, European and African-American jazz.

What you might learn

Students develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the practical, theoretical and conceptual aspects of music while broadening musical knowledge across a range of styles and repertoire. The course builds advanced critical thinking and creative problem-solving through regular practical activities, performance work and theoretical studies. It also supports professional development through opportunities for solo and ensemble performances and broader career-relevant experiences.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue work as performing musicians and creative practitioners across jazz and improvised music contexts, supported by extensive ensemble and studio-based training. The program also prepares students for roles in music-related industries such as composition and related creative production pathways. Graduates may also continue to an Honours year as a pathway into advanced graduate study in music.

Entry requirements

Range of criteria used for selection. English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0).


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$39,936 per year

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Information

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3 years

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February

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Southbank

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B-MUS2

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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