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University of Sydney (USYD)

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Master of Music Studies (Performance)

  • Masters (Coursework)

This course will provide you with a command of relevant performance technique and the ability to communicate through musical performance, including orchestral and solo instruments, early music, jazz and contemporary music.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Aug
Domestic Fees
$33,000 total

About this course

This course will provide you with a command of relevant performance technique and the ability to communicate through musical performance, including orchestral and solo instruments, early music, jazz and contemporary music.

Entry requirements

 

Admission requires:

  • a master's degree in an appropriate discipline as determined by the Sydney Conservatorium of Music; or
  • a pass bachelor's degree with a credit average, or an honours bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline as determined by the Conservatorium; or
  • an award of graduate diploma from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline as determined by the Conservatorium; or
  • completion of the requirements of the embedded graduate diploma in this discipline from the University of Sydney, or equivalent qualification; and
  • successful completion of an audition.

Available places will be offered to qualified applicants in the order in which complete applications are received, and according to the admissions criteria.

Applicants who do not have a recognised tertiary award but who demonstrate an equivalent musical ability and maturity at the audition and interview, and who can show considerable performing experience may be admitted.

Study locations

Sydney Conservatorium of Music

Career pathways

Graduates of the Master of Music Studies (Performance) reach the levels of excellence demanded by the music profession, and are prepared for careers as performing soloists, chamber musicians and orchestral/ensemble players.

How to apply

Read about the application process

Please read about the postgraduate pre-admission and audition requirements on our website before applying.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Creative Arts courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
83.9%
Overall satisfaction
83.9%
Skill scale
80.7%
Teaching scale