Graduate Diploma in Music (GDipMus)
Information valid for students commencing 2017
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5300
Faculty
Humanities and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Approved degree in the same discipline or equivalent; or
GCMus.
Same discipline in music may include studies in performance, composition, musicology, or music education. For the field of music education, a degree qualifying a person to become a classroom music teacher satisfies the requirement.
Additional application information
The field of instrumental pedagogy cannot be studied full time and is therefore not available to international students.
Students cannot commence the program in the field of instrumental pedagogy in second semester.
For information about the audition process for performance courses (including closing dates and the application form) please visit the School of Music website.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Late applications may be considered.
To commence study in summer - October 31 of the year of enrolment.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: hass.uq.edu.au/askhass
Phone: 07 3365 1333
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2017
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2017)
Semester 2 (24 Jul, 2017)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5300
Faculty
Humanities and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Approved degree in the same discipline or equivalent; or
GCMus.
Same discipline in music may include studies in performance, composition, musicology, or music education. For the field of music education, a degree qualifying a person to become a classroom music teacher satisfies the requirement.
CRICOS Code: 046492F
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Music?
This program provides students with music and music education research skills and knowledge designed to meet the professional development needs of those working in school-based music education, independent studio music education, or community music education. Students complete one core course and select elective courses according to their interests. Graduates of the program will demonstrate knowledge and application of the principles of music pedagogy in a range of educational or community settings.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Music.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Approved degree in the same discipline or equivalent; or
GCMus.
Same discipline in music may include studies in performance, composition, musicology, or music education. For the field of music education, a degree qualifying a person to become a classroom music teacher satisfies the requirement.
Additional application information
The field of instrumental pedagogy cannot be studied full time and is therefore not available to international students.
Students cannot commence the program in the field of instrumental pedagogy in second semester.
For information about the audition process for performance courses (including closing dates and the application form) please visit the School of Music website.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Approved degree in the same discipline or equivalent; or
GCMus.
Same discipline in music may include studies in performance, composition, musicology, or music education. For the field of music education, a degree qualifying a person to become a classroom music teacher satisfies the requirement.
Additional application requirements
The field of instrumental pedagogy cannot be studied full time and is therefore not available to international students.
Students cannot commence the program in the field of instrumental pedagogy in second semester.
For information about the audition process for performance courses (including closing dates and the application form) please visit the School of Music website.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 046492F
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Program rules for the Graduate Diploma in Music
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Music
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Music, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the MMus List.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Music (#8)
- Master of Music (#24)
- Master of Music (#16)
