Collarts (Australian College of the Arts)
3-4.5 years
Combine your passion for music performance with entertainment business management in this comprehensive double degree. Develop technical musicianship, songwriting, and industry expertise through mentorship from ARIA award-winning faculty and real-world placement opportunities.
Entry requirements include completion of Year 12 or equivalent qualification. Students should have a passion for music and interest in the entertainment industry. No prior formal music training is required, though musical aptitude and commitment to developing performance skills are essential. International students are welcome and should meet English language proficiency requirements.
The program combines two complementary degree streams. The Bachelor of Arts (Music) component covers solo and collaborative music performance, music analysis, songwriting, technical musicianship, and music theory. Students receive weekly one-on-one lessons with industry mentors and develop ensemble performance skills. The Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) component covers the recording industry, music business, artist management, event management, and entertainment industry operations. Students complete 60 hours of industry placement, gaining practical experience in studios, venues, and management settings.
Collarts offers industry-connected training delivered by ARIA award-winning faculty and experienced music professionals. Located in Collingwood, Melbourne—the heart of Australia's creative scene—students have direct access to live venues, recording studios, and industry professionals. The program emphasizes small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and real-world experience through industry placements and collaborative projects. Collarts' integrated approach ensures graduates are job-ready with both creative excellence and business acumen.
Graduates are prepared for diverse careers in the music and entertainment industry. Many pursue roles as recording artists, songwriters, and composers, creating original music for personal projects or other artists. Others become music teachers, sharing their expertise with students. The business management component opens doors to careers as artist managers, tour managers, event organizers, and venue managers. The combination of performance and business skills positions graduates for leadership roles in the entertainment industry, whether as independent artists or industry professionals.
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