Course Level
Doctor Degree (By Coursework)
CRICOS
039863J
Doctor of Philosophy (Music)
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music may be pursued in composition, creative work in music, ethnomusicology, musicology, music education, and performance studies. PhD requirements vary between disciplines. This course is for students seeking to deepen their understanding of music and develop skills in analysis, problem solving, communication, and project management. It's ideal for those pursuing academic, research, or industry careers.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Sydney Conservatorium of Music | Full-time - 3 years Part-time - 6 years | N/A | N/A |
Entry requirements
- To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy (Conservatorium), you must have completed the equivalent of one of the following in a subject area related to your proposed research area: bachelors degree with first class or second class honours or, masters degree by research or, masters degree by coursework with an independent research component such as a thesis, dissertation or research project. These criteria constitute the minimum requirements for eligibility and do not guarantee admission. That remains at the discretion of the relevant supervisors and Dean or Associate Dean, and access to supervision remains highly competitive. The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully.
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