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Introduction to Music

Tune in to music courses online. Meander through musicology as you explore musical styles, theories and genres. Open your ears to cultural considerations and the impact of music on everyday life. Explore the mind-body connection of music and mood.

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University of Tasmania

UndergraduateTAS-FXA300

Music, Mind and Body


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No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 22 Jul 2024

University of New England

UndergraduateUNE-MUSI111

Encounters in Music


100% online

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 23 Oct 2023, 24 Jun 2024, 21 Oct 2024

Griffith University

UndergraduateGRF-SGY355

Popular Music, Culture and Identity


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No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 06 Nov 2023, 04 Mar 2024, 04 Nov 2024

University of Tasmania

UndergraduateTAS-EPR130

Arts Education: Music & Visual Arts


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No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Starts 22 Jul 2024

Online music degrees

University of New England

UndergraduateUNE-MUS-DIP

Diploma in Music

A unique, fully online music course

Get ready to learn from experienced musicians and researchers. Study music online and cover theory and analysis—and build practical skills in musical performance. Follow your passion with electives including songwriting and electronic music production.


100% online

1 year full time or part time equivalent

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

University of Southern Queensland

UndergraduateUSQ-MPR-DEG

Bachelor of Music (Music Practice)

Find your voice as an independent, contemporary musician

Grow as an artist and explore music genres. You’ll study core music making concepts including songwriting, composition, arrangement, and performance. Innovate. Collaborate. Use digital techniques to enhance your creative process.


100% online

3 years full time or part time equivalent

University of the Sunshine Coast

UndergraduateUSC-COM-DEG

Bachelor of Communication

With a focus on social media or journalism

One of the most flexible communications degrees on offer. Majors include music, screen media, theatre, and visual communication. With so much choice, you can tailor your degree to your career goals. Become a creative professional and work in media.


100% online

University of New England

UndergraduateUNE-MTC-DIP

Diploma in Music Technology

Keep up with the changing technology of today’s music industry

Sharpen your skills creating, recording, and performing music using current innovations in the industry. Learning from experienced musicians and performers, you’ll cover digital fundamentals and music theory. Get creative and build your portfolio.


100% online

1 year full time or part time equivalent

No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

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