AMPA - Academy of Music and Performing Arts - Why AMPA - Music Degree

Why study a music degree at AMPA?
 


 

 

Centred on Individual Support


While many institutions have closed down or reduced the amount of individual lessons in their music programs, the mentor relationship between student and teacher and highly specialised training remains at the core of AMPA's mission and philosophy. This means that all students in the Bachelor of Music at AMPA receive individual lessons (one hour) for their principal study and a further half hour for second study, every week from the start to end of the degree. Many of the remaining units are also run in smaller groups and ensemble format, ensuring high levels of engagement and skills development throughout the degree.

  • Principal Study: Individual lesson (one hour) for every week of the course on your main instrument;
  • Second Study: Individual lesson (half hour) for every week of the course to diversify your skill set;
  • All units are delivered by highly qualified and seasoned industry practitioners;
  • Options to customise your degree to suit your requirements and preferences.


AMPA Community


There is nothing quite like the community at AMPA and the benefits of studying amongst like-minded and supportive artists. While it's not unusual to find relatively cold environments at a university, students at AMPA are immersed with peers that all have similar aspirations and interests. This not only helps students feel comfortable but also inspires them to pursue goals with a collective spirit. Students also play in many diverse styles and instruments which allows for:

  • Broadened musical perspectives with exposure to different genres eg. (jazz, classical, soul, electronic, music theatre, etc.);
  • Creative collaboration opportunities across styles to foster innovation and unique musical projects;
  • Musicians who can comfortably play or understand multiple genres are more versatile and in higher demand for gigs, studio work, teaching, and theatre productions;
  • Understanding different instruments and styles allows for better arranging, producing, and composing; and,
  • A diverse peer group means connections across various music scenes and industries, leading to professional opportunities that may not have been considered previously.


                 

 


       

Graduate and Industry Outcomes 


AMPA prepares graduates to enter the creative industries as experts in their specialisation areas, equipped with significant real world experience, industry knowledge, connections and skills.

Graduates of the Bachelor degree also leave with the AQF qualifications needed to enter a Master of Teaching (secondary or primary), while graduates of the Master of Music at AMPA can work at university level. Teaching careers provide graduates with secure, long-term employment with the flexibility of maintaining performance contracts.

Studying a music degree at AMPA exposes students to:

  • Individual mentorship from current industry practitioners;          
  • Weekly performances and training in a live theatre environment;
  • Weekly ensemble classes to develop group performance skills, including improvisation, ensemble direction, transcription, choreography and rehearsal techniques;
  • Opportunities to engage in internships, external gigs, work experience and industry networks;  
  • Access to recording and production studios, including practical experience using live theatre and studio equipment;

AMPA students on a full-time load will complete a bachelor degree in 2 years, providing a fast-track schedule to enter the industry sooner. Students that prefer to learn at a more flexible pace can also reduce to a part time load depending on external commitments and/or learning style.    

 

Be Informed


Check out the snapshot below to see the key advantages of AMPA’s courses. 

When choosing which music school is the right choice, make sure to do your own research and make an informed decision! 

 

Duration of degree:  
2 years
6 Trimesters

Number of individual lessons per trimester/study period (Major):
12 x 60 minutes

Total Individual Lessons for Major Study：
✓
36 lessons / year 
(72 lessons total in BMus)

Individual Lessons for Second Study per trimester/study period
✓
12 x 30 minutes
(All instruments)

 

 

 

 

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