Our music performance certificates, diplomas and degrees offer more than just text book learning –discover exciting ways to develop your skills to define contemporary music for today and tomorrow.
The main focus for our courses is the development of your music performance skills such as:
- music practice
- music theory
- songrwriting
- record production
- technology in music
- music and culture
- intercultural music
- creativity
- music business
- band management
Studying music at NMIT creates opportunities for you to build your career network through direct links to music industry professionals and within NMIT’s own vast student body.
The Performing Arts department includes students in areas of music business, TV and sound production and we encourage collaboration between these groups via projects and timetabled events.
NMIT music students have pursued music careers as:
- arranger
- composer
- musician
- private music teacher
- producer
- singer
- songwriter
NMIT music certificates and diplomas also offer pathways into our Music associate degrees and Music bachelor degrees.
NMIT music staff are active in their respective fields of the Australian music industry and the Performing Arts and Creative Arts departments boast a strong association with visiting national and international artists.
Meet the Music staff
- Jonathan Dimond (Head of Program – Bachelor of Music)
- Enio Pozzebon (Music Performance teacher)
Meet some of our successful music students
- Georgia Fields (Bachelor of Music)
- Rachael Head (Advanced Diploma of Music)
- Tony Spizzica (Bachelor of Music)
- Stonefield's Amy Findlay (Bachelor of Music)
NMIT also offers a range of music business courses covering the business end of the music industry.
Available Courses (5)
Certificate III in Music
The Certificate III in Music is a performance-based course that provides training in basic skills essential for improved musicianship and further studies. Get your creative juices flowing at NMIT’s Fairfield and Greensborough campuses, with its modern rehearsal and recording facilities and staff with outstanding reputations in the Australian industry. Develop your understanding of composition, performance and the music business to advance your creative and career opportunities in composition, performance, production or arrangement.
Certificate IV in Music
The Certificate IV in Music is an embedded exit point within the first year of the Advanced Diploma of Music. The Certificate IV in Music is a one-year course that focuses on contemporary/popular music and jazz.
Advanced Diploma of Music
The Advanced Diploma of Music is a two-year course that incorporates the Certificate IV in Music within the first year of study. Designed to develop the musical, entrepreneurial, research and technical skills required in the contemporary and jazz music industry. Areas of study include instrumental/vocal tuition, arrangements, original music, harmony, artistic judgement, recitals, performance, improvisation and sound design.
Associate Degree of Music
The Associate Degree of Music is an embedded exit point at the completion of the second year of the Bachelor of Music. To gain this qualification, students must complete all first and second year subjects of the Bachelor program. This program of study provides students with the flexibility to pursue their muscial stylistic preferences, whilst developing detailed knowledge and understanding of the wider music scene.
Bachelor of Music
Designed to prepare students for employment in the contemporary music industry, this course recognises that great music-making requires a solid musical foundation, skills to be able to adapt to current trends, and an awareness of a broad spectrum of musics in a global context. Areas of study include: music theory, music practice, applying music technology, music and culture, intercultural music, creativity, and music business. You'll find a balance between performance and theoretical study that will expand what you are able to invent, perceive and imagine in the world of music.
Higher Ed. Courses (2)
Associate Degree of Music
The Associate Degree of Music is an embedded exit point at the completion of the second year of the Bachelor of Music. To gain this qualification, students must complete all first and second year subjects of the Bachelor program. This program of study provides students with the flexibility to pursue their muscial stylistic preferences, whilst developing detailed knowledge and understanding of the wider music scene.
Bachelor of Music
Designed to prepare students for employment in the contemporary music industry, this course recognises that great music-making requires a solid musical foundation, skills to be able to adapt to current trends, and an awareness of a broad spectrum of musics in a global context. Areas of study include: music theory, music practice, applying music technology, music and culture, intercultural music, creativity, and music business. You'll find a balance between performance and theoretical study that will expand what you are able to invent, perceive and imagine in the world of music.
Available Short Courses (3)
Electric Guitar and Bass Making 1
This course provides a background to instrument design, basic wood working skills, basic sound theory, selecting tone wood and their use, the theory and practice of instrument construction including the fit out with electronic components. Additionally participants will develop skills in the use of a range of woodworking tools relevant to instrument making.
Electric Guitar and Bass Making 2
This course is a continuation of the principles learned during the Electric Guitar and Bass Making 1 short course, which includes instrument design, wood working skills, sound theory, selecting tone wood and their use, the theory and practice of instrument construction including the fit out with electronic components. The course includes the concept and design work as well as the construction of jigs and templates that are preliminary to building a new instrument.
Preparing for a Music Audition
Gain further insight into the music audition process and develop your presentation and preparation skills. This course has on emphasis is on the NMIT audition process, although the principles taught are applicable to any audition scenario. Take that first step in your musical career!
