The Academy of Music And Performing Arts
Educating and inspiring young artists for over 30 years.
about ampa
The Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) is Australia’s leading provider of specialised music and dance degrees with a focus on performance, music production, dance, music theatre and composition.
AMPA provides students with industry-focused training, individualised support and personal mentorship from professional practitioners and educators.
Start your journey by exploring our courses today:
• Bachelor of Music (Performance)
• Bachelor of Dance
• Music Theatre
• Music Production & Composition
• Postgraduate Music Degrees
With over 30 years of experience training professional artists,
AMPA prepares graduates for careers in performance, production,
composition, teaching and the creative industries.
CAMPUS
The home of your artistic journey. A place where you can explore your passion, develop your skills, broaden perspectives and connect with your community.
learner engagement compared to similar providers
major dance, contemporary music and music theatre showcases per year
individual lessons each trimester for undergraduate music courses
DEGREE
OPTIONS
Educating and inspiring young artists for over 30 years, AMPA remains committed to providing the highest quality in music and music and dance degrees, including music production and composition, contemporary and classical music, music theatre and dance performance (contemporary, ballet and jazz).
UNDERGRADUATE MUSIC
- Fee-Help Available
UNDERGRADUATE DANCE
A bachelor degree provides dance artists with a path towards career longevity in a variety of fields with significant career benefits over the traditional studio or pre-professional training path.
- Fee-Help Available
POSTGRADUATE COURSES
Postgraduate programs at AMPA aim to assist advanced professionals who, having achieved professional careers in the public arena, can derive further knowledge from a music related academic and research environment.
- Fee-Help Available
Experience
Ever wondered what it's actually like to attend AMPA? Register for the next Experience Day to experience classes, explore the facilities and connect with our community
APPLY
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Audition Booking
Once you have submitted your form, an admissions team member will be in touch to discuss any questions you have and to schedule a visit or audition/interview for you.
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Audition/Interview
Your opportunity to show us where your strengths lie, and for our expert staff to provide you with the best possible plan to achieve your goals.
mission
2026 Admissions Dates
There are multiple intake dates throughout the year (3 intakes for undergraduate degrees and 2 for postgraduate).
UNDERGRADUATE
Trimester 1
Orientation Day: 21 January
Classes Start: 27-30 January
Census Date: 13 February
Trimester 2
Orientation Day: 13 May
Classes Start: 18-22 May
Census Date: 5 June
Trimester 3
Orientation Day: 2 September
Classes Start: 7-11 September
Census Date: 25 September
POSTGRADUATE
Semester 1
Orientation Day: 21 January
Classes Start: 27-30 January
Census Date: 25 February
Semester 2
Orientation Day: 1 July
Classes Start: 6-10 July
Census Date: 5 August
Trimester 3
Orientation Day: 21 January
Classes Start: 2-6 February
Census Date: 13 February
