Music Theatre Degree
The Music Theatre degree is an intensive and highly practical program, producing versatile and professional performers trained in singing, dance and acting. Students are exposed to both solo and ensemble performance opportunities under the guidance of industry professionals, combined with higher education study to ensure a wide range of career opportunities.
- 2 Years / Full-time
- Intakes: Jan, May, Sep
- Fee-Help: Available
Overview
AMPA’s innovative undergraduate degrees merge high-level performance and practical training with academic rigour and unparalleled industry insight. Students can personalise their degree based around their individual musical interests and aspirations.
Unlike many institutions in Australia, AMPA remains focused on individual, one-to-one learning. This means that music theatre students receive a 60 minute vocal lesson per week for Principal Study, along with specialist training in dance and acting.
Focus Area: Music Theatre
Within this intensive AMPA program, students undergo technical training across the three core areas of Music Theatre: singing, dancing and acting. This combined with consistent performance and practice opportunities, produces unparalleled triple threat performers.
Alongside this rigorous practical training, students receive tuition in music history, arranging and orchestration, arts management and studio teaching, enabling them to graduate ready for not only the demanding theatre industry but also to progress into a wide range of disciplines including as musical directors, producers, teachers, composers, choreographers and other roles in the creative industries.
Course Highlights
- Individual weekly vocal lessons focused on technique and repertoire;
- Performance opportunities including 3 major showcases per year;
- Weekly recorded performance workshops in a live theatre environment;
- Upgrade options to use your prior studies as credit/advanced standing towards a new degree
Course Levels
| COURSE | AQF LEVEL | DURATION (Full-Time) | CRICOS CODE |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Bachelor of Music (Performance) |
Level 7: Bachelor Degree |
2 Years |
057024K |
|
Associate Degree of Music (Performance) |
Level 6: Associate Degree |
16 Months |
057023M |
|
Undergraduate Certificate in Music |
Undergraduate Certificate |
14 Weeks |
– |
- Part-time, reduced study load options are available (for eligible students).
Admissions
Entry Requirements: Completion of HSC or equivalent OR completion of at least one full time year of tertiary study OR as a mature age student. Provisional admission may be granted for students limited educational qualifications.
Entry Basis: Performance Audition (Singing, Dancing and Acting) + Interview + Music Knowledge Assessment
For further information on the admissions process head over to How To Apply.
If you have already completed a VET Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or other Tertiary study you could be eligible to receive Recognition of Prior Learning Credit (including fees) from our courses under the AMPA Pathways Program – Inquire for more information.
Course Structure
PRINCIPAL STUDY
All Music Theatre students receive 12 x individual, 1 hour lessons in voice for every trimester in the course.
MAJOR STUDIES
Core units in Dance and Acting focus on ensuring solid technical foundations in a broad variety of dance styles and an in-depth knowledge of acting techniques to support students’ Music Theatre studies.
PERFORMANCE STUDIES
Weekly performances on stage in a live environment with professional sound and lighting.
ACADEMIC STUDIES
Gain the technical knowledge required to become a versatile professional. In stages 5 and 6 students transition to more practical based units to prepare for the industry and postgraduate studies.
ENSEMBLE
Experiment and collaborate with students in a Music Theatre ensemble led by industry seasoned musicians.
ELECTIVES
The seven units of Music Theatre Production are designed to support the work undertaken by students in Principal Study and Music Theatre Ensemble by developing knowledge of the Music Theatre genre and its history. Throughout these units students will also work towards developing a critical and professional level of understanding of performance techniques, (both historical and stylistic), stagecraft and production values.
Course Progression
Our higher education programs have been designed so that you can progress onto higher awards at the completion of your course, carrying over credit/advanced standing for the studies you have already completed.
Graduate Pathways
Music Theatre graduates go on to become professional performers, directors, and stage managers, as well as tutors, session musicians, and marketing and administration professionals in arts councils and creative industries. Additionally, graduates are qualified to undertake postgraduate studies in a range of areas including: teaching in secondary schools, TAFE and universities/colleges, arts management, creative industries or further music studies.
Our People
AMPA teaching faculty are highly experienced practitioners with extensive industry and professional experience. Close mentorship and rigorous training ensure that AMPA graduates are equipped for successful careers in a highly competitive industry. Staff and peers will often continue to network after graduation to maximise professional opportunities.
PERFORM
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application only takes 5 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions team member will contact you to discuss your requirements and book an audition.
- Get Ready
Prepare for your audition. Check the Audition Guidelines on what to prepare for the day.
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