Overview
About the program
The Doctor of Musical Arts at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music is a research-based doctorate in music performance, conducting or composition open to professional-skilled musicians with strong scholarly abilities and interests.
The DMA at the University of Sydney will suit candidates with a research background who wish to enhance their already high-level research and creative work abilities and experience by taking advantage of the exceptional research and teaching community available at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.
Programme Structure
Students pursue a supervised research program leading to the submission of a thesis comprising two components:- a public presentation of creative work (recital, lecture recital, recording or other appropriate format), or a composition portfolio; and
- a written research dissertation of 25,000–35,000 words. Both components are expected to be an original contribution to the candidate's field of creative research.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
- Applications are open all year round. Apply at least 6 weeks prior to your start date to allow for a timely response to your application.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Music View 9 other PhDs in Music in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 061144A
- To be eligible for admission, you must have completed the equivalent of a Bachelor's degree in music with a major in composition.
- In exceptional circumstances the Dean or Associate Dean may admit an applicant who does not meet this requirement provided that the applicant has exceptional qualifications and presents evidence of having the aptitude required for undertaking the course.
- The University must certify that there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities available to enable your candidature to be completed successfully.
Tuition Fee
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International
43000 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 43000 AUD per year during 48 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 AUD per year during 48 months.
- domestic: fees are usually funded by the Australian Government through an Research Training Program (RTP) Tuition Fee Offset
Living costs for Sydney
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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