Bachelor of Music

Admission to this program is available to Australian students, residents and international students.  Admission information is available here.  

Selection of applicants will be made on the basis of their UAC/International Admissions/Internal Transfer application and performance in:

1. the Audition (performance)

2. the Interview (oral assessment)

3. the Application (written assessment)

All Candidates must complete all of the below requirements to be eligible to be considered for entry to the Bachelor of Music.

Step 1     Lodge an application* 

a. Domestic Applicants - apply through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC), or 

b. International Applicants - apply through UON International Admissions, or

c. Current UoN students wishing to transfer to B Music – complete an Internal Transfer Application.

Step 2     Lodge a completed Audition Application Form 

Refer to the Auditions FAQs for updated audition schedule dates and details.

a. Domestic Audition Application Form, or

b. International Audition Application Form

Step 3     Complete the online music knowledge test and online written assessment. Details will be sent to you after step 2.

Step 4     Auditions - Applicants can either:

(1) Audition face-to-face - refer to FAQs for updated schedule and details; or

(2) Audition online (OPEN year-round)

• Upload your audition video
• Have an online interview.

*UAC/International Admissions/Internal Transfer Application is based on:

• Completed Year 12 studies - NSW HSC or equivalent qualification - irrespective of age of qualification. There is no minimum ATAR requirement.
• Completed or partly completed higher education studies (0.25 FTE completed or greater); or
• TAFE/VET qualifications, with a minimum of a completed Certificate II (AQF level 2); or
• Completed recognised enabling program; or 
• Overseas qualifications equivalent to Australian studies (International); or
• Post-secondary professional qualifications.

Applicants who do not apply through UAC/International Admissions/Internal transfer or who do not submit a completed Audition Application Form or who do not complete the online music knowledge test and online written assessment or who do not complete an audition and interview will be ineligible for consideration for admission.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants apply through UAC and have the opportunity to access the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entry program, which incorporates an interview process considering personal attributes as well as educational qualifications. 

For detailed information on the Application, Audition and Interview process please see the Admissions Page.

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

• Auditions - Audition and Interview - An audition and interview are required as part of the application process. Depending on your specialisation you will also either perform on an instrument or present a portfolio of material (such as audio recordings, musical scores, music research, etc.) demonstrating your interest and experience in the areas you have chosen. All auditions involve an interview where you are able to discuss your musical and academic achievements and present your aspirations for the future. During the interview, you will be formally assessed on your verbal communication skills. In the Audition Application process, you will be formally assessed on your written communication skills. You should also provide an up-to-date curriculum vitae listing any musical academic achievements, any industry experiences including paid/unpaid activities and work experience.

Music 1 or demonstrated musical experience or qualification equivalent to Music 1 or AMEB (Grade 6 to 8 pass)

HSC Music 1 or 2 or equivalent.