The Advanced Diploma in Music Performance (Jazz and Contemporary) is a two year course that focuses on contemporary/popular music and jazz. The course has four main areas of study: musicianship, performance skills, music business and music technology. Throughout the program students provided intense individual tuition on their principal instrument as well as a regular forum for performance both on and off campus.

All students in this course are required to undertake work in the music industry as part of their training. Music staff are all experienced musicians and educators who are involved in the music industry as performers, songwriters, arrangers and music producers.

About the Course

  • Local Students
  • International Students
  • National Code: Year 1: CUS40101, Year 2:CUS60101
  • CRICOS Code: 047866F

Campus: Fairfield, Greensborough

Duration

Full-time: 2 years

Part-time: available (Cert IV at Fairfield only)
Part-time not available to International Students

Modes of Delivery

Classroom

Further Study and Careers

Pathways to Further Study

Students who have completed the Advanced Diploma are eligible for one full year of credit if accepted into the three year NMIT program Bachelor of Australian Popular Music.

Study Pathways at NMIT

  • Bachelor of Australian Popular Music

Career Opportunities

Graduates of these courses may gain employment as musicians, music teachers, arrangers, performers, producers or agents.

Entrance Requirements

Local Students:

Entrance is via VTAC and requires an audition, interview and theory test. Auditions are held in late November/early December. Highly experienced practitioners may gain direct entry into the Advanced Diploma.

International Students:

Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.

Materials

Assessment Methods

Student assessments are based on the practical application of skills and knowledge.

Materials

Booklets for subject areas (excluding Year 1 Theory, sightreading), Student Handbook, CD production costs.

Fees

Local Fees:

Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $8,500


International Fees:

A$11600 p.a.


Australian Government subsidised place:

You could be eligible for an Australian Government subsidised place if you meet the specific requirements, for more information about fees click here.


VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees:

You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.


More Information

Phone: 03 9269 8933

Web: Enquiry Form

Department: Performing Arts

How to Apply

Local Students

Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:Fairfield: 68311 Greensborough: 69121

To Book an Audition/Interview:
Visit online bookings
NB: Bookings open September 1st, 2010.



Part time
To start this course in 2011 apply directly to NMIT.

To Book an Audition/Interview:
Visit online bookings
NB: Bookings open September 1st, 2010.

International Students

Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form

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Units of Study

The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.

Code Subject Hours
CUSADM08A Address copyright requirements 17
CUSBMA09A Promote own artistic work 34
CUSLRN02A Provide instrumental/vocal tuition 15
CUSMCP08A Arrange music for a brief 34
CUSMCPO5A Create original music 51
CUSMGE02A Develop self as artist 68
CUSMGE07A Anaylse harmony 102
CUSMGE13A Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement 85
CUSMPD20A Plan, prepare and present a recital 94
CUSMPF13A Plan and prepare a program for performance 68
CUSMPF16A Perform improvisation for an audience 34
CUSMPF18A Refine performance technique and expand repertoire 68
CUSMPF19A Use private practice to refine performance technique 43
CUSRAD02A Conduct research 35
CUSSOU16A Develop sound design 68
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