Associate Degree in Music

Based in Hobart and enjoying the excellent recording, rehearsal and performance spaces at the Hedberg, you will join a learning community that values and explores diverse forms of music. As the Associate Degree in Music is closely aligned to the Bachelor of Music, you can choose to take the Associate Degree as a stand-alone experience, or continue your studies in the Bachelor of Music.

In the Associate Degree, you will participate in a variety of individual and collaborative learning environments, and will develop your specialist skills through Music Practice units. Whether you are a Classical Performer, a Songwriter, a Composer or whether your interests lie in Jazz and Popular Music, Music Technology or Commercial Music Creation, the Associate Degree in Music has a path for you. You can also combine two of these specialisations, or two different instruments within a single specialisation, with the Dual Practice option.

Alongside Music Practice, you will develop contextual enquiry and core theoretical and associated skills through the ‘Music and …’ and Tools and Techniques suites of units. In-built flexibility encourages you to expand and complement your practice by choosing four units from related fields. You can choose units to increase your skills in collaboration through ensemble participation and interdisciplinary projects, explore the role of the creative arts in health and wellbeing, and develop skills in theatre and screen production.

Part of Tasmania’s intimate yet internationally recognised creative community, Music at the University of Tasmania offers inspiring staff, facilities, study and performance opportunities, and the personal attention and incredible working relationships that are only possible in a smaller institution.