Bachelor of Music Industry (Major in Music Business)

Box Hill Institute, TAFE VIC

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 02411J

The Bachelor of Music Industry program is the most flexible and innovative music program in Australia. The program is designed to support emerging music professionals across all areas of the industry to work collaboratively, think innovatively, and create their own pathway into industry.

Designed for

Year 12 VTAC Applicants must:have successfully completed VCE (or equivalent) with a study score of at least 20 in Englishbe able to demonstrate experience in music industry related fields including artist and venue promotion and management, volunteering positions at music events and involvement in school bands and productionshave successfully completed an individual face-to-face selection interview of approximately 20 minutes. The selection interview will be a verbal assessment of your interest and knowledge of the music industry, even at a rudimentary level as well as interest and understanding of some of the roles available in the fieldDirect entry applicants (Non Year 12) must:be at least 19 years of age by 1 January in the year you commenceprovide evidence of relevant academic or music industry experience to help them understand the industry and successfully complete the courseExperience could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education. This includes mature age entry, professional experience, industry  involvement and work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped them to prepare for tertiary education or are relevant to the music industry.Applicants who have completed some subjects of a higher education course, either at non-university higher education providers or university, are welcome to apply.  Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL). All applications for RPL are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning  outcomes have been demonstrated through your completion of subjects in your prior course.Interview:You will be asked a series of questions relating to your suitability for the course. These will include any experience you have had working or assisting with bands, gigs, events and productions, including if applicable, your own band and solo career as an artist. An aptitude for the course of study including any relevant industry experience is preferred.You are welcome to present testimonials and extra-curricular evidence at your interview. While not an entry requirement, we highly regard applicants who have participated in FReeZA, or similar programs.APPLICANTS WITH HIGHER EDUCATION STUDYApplicants with higher education are those who have completed some or all of a higher education course as their highest level of study since leaving secondary education. This includes study undertaken by applicants at non-university higher education providers or university some time ago or recently, such as applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill InstituteApplicants with higher education need to provide evidence of relevant academic or music industry experience and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirementsInterview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the course.Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experience.APPLICANTS WITH VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING STUDYApplicants with VET study are those who have completed some or all of a VET course as their highest level of study since leaving secondary education. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider and applicants who have other qualifications such as Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.Applicants with VET study need to provide evidence of relevant academic or music industry experience and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirementsInterview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the courseApplicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experienceAPPLICANTS WITH WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCEApplicants with work and life experience have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. applicants who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since thenExperience could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education, including mature age entry, professional experience, community involvement or work experienceApplicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped them to prepare for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of studyApplicants with work and life experience need to provide evidence of relevant academic or industry experience and be able to demonstrate the capability to successfully complete the course requirementsInterview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the courseApplicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course, including any relevant industry experienceAPPLICANTS WITH RECENT SECONDARY EDUCATIONApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is based primarily on completion of Year 12 undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (this includes both Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous two yearsApplicants with recent secondary education must have successfully completed VCE (or equivalent) with a study score of at least 20 in EnglishInterview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to suitability for the courseApplicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of career goals and an aptitude for the course of study, including any relevant industry experiencePRE-TRAINING REVIEW - to assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment. A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.

Structure

6 common core units / 8 major units / 12 electives.

Subjects

  • studio technology 1
  • studio technology 2
  • recording studio production techniques
  • recording mixing and mastering bands
  • sound system design and operation 1
  • sound system design and operation 2
  • producing bands
  • professional mixing and mastering
  • advanced post-production
  • professional media mixing
  • copyright and the music industry
  • commercialisation of music
  • live events and touring
  • marketing and promotions
  • introduction to content creation
  • professional content and writing
  • artist management
  • social media strategy
  • design thinking
  • integrated business: leading, managing and collaborating in the music industry
  • effective design
  • producing creative content
  • business and finance for the music industry
  • global music business strategy
  • technology strategy and creative innovation
  • grants and funding
  • visual story telling and narrative
  • developing a content driven marketing plan
  • music for the moving image 1
  • music for the moving image 2
  • music, sound design and the moving image
  • advanced media scoring
  • create and implement audio in games
  • interactive music and sfx for games
  • beat cypher 1
  • beat cypher 2
  • collaborative performance 1
  • collaborative performance 2
  • work integrated learning
  • music technology 1
  • music technology 2
  • song production
  • creative collaborations
  • advanced production techniques
  • advanced performance technology
  • artistic direction
  • self-releasing music
  • innovation in music creation
  • immersive and interactive audio
  • introduction to the music industry
  • perspectives on the music industry
  • creativity and entrepreneurship
  • future of music
  • major project a
  • major project b
  • musicianship foundations 1
  • musicianship foundations 2
  • advanced musicianship and stagecraft
  • developing the artistic voice
  • music elements and performance
  • music fundamentals and performance
  • performance concepts
  • artistry and expression
  • refine aesthetic concepts in performance
  • lead collaborations in performance
  • songwriting foundations 1
  • songwriting foundations 2
  • songwriting techniques and perspectives
  • songwriting to a brief
  • songwriting collaborations: writing room 1
  • the song writer and the live musician 1
  • songwriting through literature
  • songwriting: culture, society and aesthetic principles
  • songwriting collaborations: writing room 2
  • the song writer and the live musician 2

Standard entry requirements

International students must have completed an Australian Year 12 or international equivalent with a pass.

Recognition

This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 7 and Box Hill Institute Graduate Attributes. Successful completion will enable you to apply for further study at other institutions, including postgraduate study in teaching and education.Exit points:if you exit having completed the second year of this course, you will be eligible for an Associate Degree in Music Industryif you exit having completed one year of this course, you will be eligible for a Diploma in Music Industry 

Study pathways

Booking AgentArtist ManagerRecord Company OwnerEvent ManagerTour ManagerMusic Publisher

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Nelson Domestic: $58,752
International: $63,060
No
  • Full-time : 3 years

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