The Master of Music Technology is a coursework program designed to provide students with relevant theoretical and practical knowledge of the latest advances in Music Technology while allowing scope for specialisation and the development of professional skills as used throughout the industry. The program is ideally suited to music teachers, performing musicians, composers and sound engineers - anyone working seriously in the music business.
Why study with us?The University of Newcastle recognises the important role technology plays in the life of a modern, creative-thinking musician. Technical and creative skills are fostered to produce graduates that are outstanding in their field and able to apply themselves to a variety of situations.
Career OpportunitiesGraduates of this program are often music editors, performing musicians, composers arrangers, publishers, producers, etc. Employment opportunities exist within and without the field of creative arts.
Admission RequirementsAdmission to this program is available to Australian students, residents and international students.
Relevant academic qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution (for example an undergraduate or postgraduate degree) and/or relevant and proven professional experience in music, music technology, film/multimedia, music education or equivalent field as considered appropriate by the School. (This may include experience gained through paid and/or voluntary work.)
Assumed KnowledgeStudents must be able to operate computing equipment at an elementary level.
Students must also possess an understanding of key areas of music. This may include:
- a rudimentary understanding of music theory
- basic score reading
- common musical terminology
- musical aural perception
Further information is available from the Program Convenor.
HonoursStudents who achieve at a high standard with a Grade Point Average of 6.0 or more are awarded the Master of Music Technology "with Distinction".
International StudentsInternational students must comply with the University of Newcastle's English language proficiency requirements. All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University.
This program provides international students with the opportunity to study and work from their home country while studying with the University.
Special NeedsStudents with disabilities who require reasonable adjustments to undertake their program should contact the Disability Support Service before semester or early in the semester. Some adjustments need up to 4 weeks lead time to organise, so it is imperative that early contact is made. The Disability Support Service and relevant Faculty and School officers will work together to ensure reasonably adjustments are provided in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements.
The Conservatorium liases with the Student Support Unit regarding students with special needs. The proposed revisions should not have an adverse impact on students with special needs.
Additional InformationAll students can access additional learning development mechanisms provided by the Centre for Teaching and Learning.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
Requirements and StructureThe program requires the completion of a total of 80 units. Students may undertake 20 units each trimester over a four-trimester period but may undertake a single course per trimester if they wish. The program requires the completion of the core course, five directed courses, followed by the two project courses. The directed courses must be chosen with at least two courses taken from each of Group A and B. Students are encouraged to customise the program so as to be relevant to their particular occupation or interests.
The program is studied via online learning and is supported by e-mail and the Internet. Refer to course descriptions for further information.
Transition ArrangementsStudents who have sufficient Admission Points to enter at the Graduate Certificate level (but have insufficient points to directly enter at the Masters level) will be eligible to enter the Master of Music Technology program upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Music Technology providing a Grade Point Average of 5.0 (i.e. credit) or higher is achieved.
