Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology)
February, July
AUD $25,984 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
February, July
AUD $46,976 (2026 indicative first year fee)
How to apply
For domestic students
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How to apply
For international students
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Ready to apply?
Overview
There are two components to your application:
- A course application using the university's online application portal.
- A digital supplementary application using our Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom).
For full details on what is required and how to prepare for the creative selection tasks (academic writing sample, CV), see the Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology) Creative Application Requirements page.
You must submit your course application and supplementary application by the published application closing date.
If you are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, you may like to contact our Faculty’s Wilin Centre for Indigenous Arts and Cultural Development before proceeding. They can assist you with your application and provide you with additional information about your study options.
How to apply
1. Review entry requirements and eligibility
- Check the entry requirements tab of this course page and ensure you meet the admission criteria.
- Review the English language requirements.
- Consider whether you are eligible for Graduate Access Melbourne.
- If you are applying for multiple courses, ensure you have confirmed your preference order.
2. Gather your supporting documentation
As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:
- Transcripts and detailed information related to all previous studies you have undertaken and/or completed, including an explanation of the grading system used and an official certified English translation of any document that is not written in English. View further information about supporting documentation.
- Evidence of meeting the University's English language requirements.
- A supplementary creative application for the selection tasks as outlined in the Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology) Creative Application Requirements page by the application closing date.
3. Submit your application
- To get started, begin your application here.
- In addition to your direct application via the University’s application portal, above, you must also submit your academic writing sample and CV with referees through the Faculty's Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom) by the closing date.
Additional application considerations
Where a course offers both Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and Australian Full Fee places, you only need to submit an application for one fee type. You will automatically be considered for a CSP if you are eligible.
After you apply
- All communications related to your application, including requests for additional information and application outcomes, will be sent to the email address you registered for your application. To avoid delays, please upload the requested information as soon as possible.
- Please note that the Admissions team will only contact you via email if anything else is needed; there's no need to enquire about the timeline in the meantime.
Need more information on the application process? Learn more.
Ready to apply?
Ready to apply?
Overview
There are two components to your application:
- A course application using the university's online application portal.
- A digital supplementary application using our Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom).
For full details on what is required and how to prepare for the creative selection tasks (academic writing sample, CV), see the Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology) Creative Application Requirements page.
You must submit your course application and supplementary application by the published application closing date.
How to apply
1. Review entry requirements and eligibility
- Check the entry requirements tab of this course page and ensure you meet the admission criteria.
- Review the English language requirements.
- Consider whether you are eligible for Graduate Access Melbourne.
- If you are applying for multiple courses, ensure you have confirmed your preference order.
2. Gather your supporting documentation
As part of your application, you’ll be required to submit:
- Transcripts and detailed information related to all previous studies you have undertaken and/or completed, including an explanation of the grading system used and official certified English translation of any document that is not written in English. View further information about supporting documentation.
- Evidence of meeting the University's English language requirements.
- A supplementary creative application for the selection tasks as outlined in the Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology) Creative Application Requirements page by the application closing date.
3. Submit your application
- To get started, begin your application here.
- In addition to your direct application via the University’s application portal, above, you must also submit your academic writing sample and CV with referees through the Faculty's Creative Application Platform (SlideRoom) by the closing date.
- If you need help applying, you can find an overseas representative* to help you lodge your application, accept your offer and apply for a student visa.
*Students who have completed their previous qualifications in certain countries cannot apply directly and must use an education agent (or overseas representative).
After you apply
- All communications related to your application, including requests for additional information and application outcomes, will be sent to the email address you registered for your application. To avoid delays, please upload the requested information as soon as possible.
- Please note that the Admissions team will only contact you via email if anything else is needed; there's no need to enquire about the timeline in the meantime.
Need more information on the application process? Learn more.
Ready to apply?