Double Degrees

STUDY DOUBLE DEGREES

If you dream of a career as a Songwriter, Recording Artist, Session Musician, or if you want to work as a Music Director, Composer, Music Teacher, or Music Arranger, this course is for you.

Our double degrees are ideal for students wanting to combine their passion for Music Performance or Audio Engineering with a solid understanding of the business and management side through our Entertainment Management degree.

Students will undertake fundamental units in either Music Performance or Audio Engineering, while also focusing on the logistical side of the creative industries by undertaking fundamental units such as business strategy and law, marketing, economics, finance, publicity, music publishing, and event management.

Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are career-ready when they graduate. Through our industry partnerships, students have opportunities to partake in a variety of real-world business experiences, gaining access to industry connections.

Students will graduate with a well-rounded understanding of entertainment industries, both in Australia and overseas.

CRICOS CODE

→ Double Degree - Bachelor of Arts (Music) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) - 3 Years: 096472G
→ Double Degree - Bachelor of Arts (Music) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) - 4 Years: 104511A
→ Double Degree - Bachelor of Arts (Music) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) - 4.5 Years: 104512M

→ Double Degree - Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) - 3 Years: 096473F
→ Double Degree - Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) - 4 Years: 104509F
→ Double Degree - Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) - 4.5 Years: 104510B

OPPORTUNITIES & EXPERIENCES

→ Gain an in-depth understanding of either Music Performance or Audio Engineering

→ Develop skills in publicity, marketing and the media

→ Manage, promote and produce events

→ Gain knowledge and experience in artist and tour management

→ Collaborate on industry projects with students from other courses

→ Get valuable insight into the entertainment industry from experienced teachers

→ Get real-life experience and access career pathways through 60 hours of industry placement

→ Study online, on campus, or mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

MEET OUR STUDENTS

HOW DAMIELOU FOUND HER COMMUNITY

When Damielou Shavelle began creating YouTube videos in her bedroom, she never anticipated the joy it would bring people. From performing on The Voice Australia with Jessie J to going viral on TikTok, here's how Collarts empowered Damielou to pursue her passion for music and performance.

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HOW SELF-DISCOVERY FEELS AT POPAKADEMIE SONGWRITING WEEK

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to collaborate with artists, producers and experts at an international level and pitch your music? For Music Performance students Nicolas Duquemin and Madelyn Petch, along with Music Production students Annabel Kilpatrick and Arvan Mohtaji, their recent exchange was a whirlwind of new experiences that had them thinking global.

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FROM THE SALON TO BACKSTAGE: HOW CHRISTINA AUBRY EMBRACED MUSIC MANAGEMENT

Even while Entertainment Management alumni Christina Aubry was cutting and styling hair, music surrounded her, and as it started making up the fabric of her personal life, her passion for hairdressing dulled. What was a fresh slate at Collarts has now led to a right-hand position at the prestigious Michael Parisi Management, working alongside homegrown talent like Vera Blue, Polish Club, and more.

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Collarts Students Are Embracing Dolby Atmos Technology

At Collarts, we pride ourselves on being at the cutting-edge. Dolby Atmos is one of the latest systems we’ve invested in: a three-dimensional surround sound technology hailed as “the most significant development in cinema audio since surround-sound".

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INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS

"Collarts gave me that sense of community that I was missing. It filled that hole in my chest and since then, I’ve made real connections with people. They’re now my friends in my band and the people I live with."

DAMIELOU SHAVELLE

Music Performance Graduate

"Studying at Collarts allowed me to gain music industry experience and put my foot in the door. It gave me the confidence to use that tool and reach out to different people in the industry, and get my name out there."

BRIDGET MCMULLEN

Entertainment Management Graduate

Entertainment Management students standing in front of graffiti

“Collarts is a great institution that not only offers courses with a diverse range of career pathways, but also gives its students a great sense of community and belonging."

ERIN BRIDSON

Entertainment Management Graduate, Live Nation

"A textbook can only teach you so much. Collarts has the leading choice of partnerships for all the major festivals. These experiences are top-notch and second-to-none."

WILL PETTS

Audio Engineering Graduate

"I think that being surrounded by creatives and people that are passionate about what they do, it reinforces your passion and also momentum."

NICOLAS DUQUEMIN

Music Performance Graduate

Head of Music, Jesse Hooper, helping out a student mix

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATION

Apply online via the Apply Now button on the page. Soon afterwards, our International Team will contact you.

DOCUMENTATION

Organise and submit the requested documentation for your application, ensuring all details are correct.

INTERVIEW AND/OR AUDITION

Book and attend an interview and/or audition, where you will meet our friendly International Team.

OFFER

If your application is successful, Collarts will issue a Letter of Offer and invoice directly to you.

ACCEPTANCE

To accept your offer, you must return a signed Student Agreement with receipt of payment.

HEALTH COVER

Once your offer is accepted, you must purchase Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

CONFIRMATION

Finally, Collarts will issue an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) as evidence of your enrolment.

VISA

To prepare for your studies in Australia, you must apply for your Visa.

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DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (AUDIO ENGINEERING) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

If you dream of a career as a Venue Manager, Audio Producer, Studio Manager, Stage Technician, Tour Manager, Event Manager, Festival Organiser or Artist Manager, this course is for you.

The Double Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Audio Engineering) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) course is perfect for people who want to develop skills in audio production including live sound, recording, producing and post-production, whilst also learning about the recording, business, and management side of the music industry.

The Double degree can be completed fast-tracked over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study, mixed over 12 trimesters (4 years) or standard over 14 trimesters (4.5 years) of full-time study.

The Double Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Audio Engineering) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 096473F (3 years)/104509F (4 years)/104510B (4.5 years).

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DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

If you dream of a career as a Songwriter, Recording Artist, Music Director, Artist Manager, Tour Manager, Event Manager, Festival Organiser, Booker or Venue Manager, this course is for you.

The Double Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Music) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) course is perfect for people who want to develop their ability in solo and collaborative music performance, music analysis, songwriting, technical musicianship, whilst also learning about the recording, business, and management side of the music industry.

The Double degree can be completed fast-tracked over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study, mixed over 12 trimesters (4 years) or standard over 14 trimesters (4.5 years) of full-time study.

The Double Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Music) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 096472G (3 years)/104511A (4 years)/104512M (4.5 years).

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ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will need to follow the admission and eligibility requirements requested of the Audio Engineering or Music Performance degrees, dependant on their Double Degree choice

You will also need to supply the following documentation to support your application, including:

→ A certified copy of transcripts and high school certificate (translated if necessary)

→ English test results or alternative evidence of English proficiency

→ A certified copy of your passport

→ A current visa (if applicable)

→ Proof of GTE and financials (if applicable)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE APPLICANTS

International students must meet the following criteria:

→ Applicants must be at least 18-years-old at course commencement

→ Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12

→ English Proficiency (see below)

→ Interview

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0)

Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:

→ English Language Test: TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge English Test under two years old. Minimum results apply

→ Results of English subjects in a range of countries’ secondary school certificate, ALevel or the International Baccalaureate. Please contact international@collarts.edu.au if you have any questions

→ Successful completion of an English course at any of our pathway providers

AUDIO ENGINEERING DOUBLE DEGREE

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (AUDIO ENGINEERING) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

The Double degree can be completed fast-tracked over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study, mixed over 12 trimesters (4 years) or standard over 14 trimesters (4.5 years) of full-time study.

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MUSIC PERFORMANCE DOUBLE DEGREE

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

The Double degree can be completed fast-tracked over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study, mixed over 12 trimesters (4 years) or standard over 14 trimesters (4.5 years) of full-time study.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will need to follow the admission and eligibility requirements requested of the Audio Engineering or Music Performance degrees, dependant on their Double Degree choice

You will also need to supply the following documentation to support your application, including:

→ A certified copy of transcripts and high school certificate (translated if necessary)

→ English test results or alternative evidence of English proficiency

→ A certified copy of your passport

→ A current visa (if applicable)

→ Proof of GTE and financials (if applicable)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE APPLICANTS

International students must meet the following criteria:

→ Applicants must be at least 18-years-old at course commencement

→ Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12

→ English Proficiency (see below)

→ Interview

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:

→ English Language Test: TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge English Test under two years old. Minimum results apply

→ Successful completion of an English course at any of our pathway providers

KEY INFORMATION

Start Dates

February, May and September

Customise Your Study

Select Specialised
Study Streams

Duration

Fast-Tracked: 3 Years
Mixed: 4 Years
Standard: 4.5 Years

Study Mode

On-Campus, Online, or Mixed*

Support Services

Free Access to Wellbeing & Academic Support

Industry Placement

60 Hours of Industry Placement

CRICOS Code

Audio + EM: 096473F/104509F
/104510B

MPerf + EM: 096472G/104511A
/104512M

International Fees

$2916 per unit

Application Assistance

Available for Free

* To transfer from online to on campus, students must meet certain conditions, such as meeting GTE criteria.
Contact international@collarts.edu.au for more information.

LIFE IN MELBOURNE

WHAT TO EXPECT STUDYING IN MELBOURNE

Melbourne’s love for all things creative makes it an excellent place to live and study. A popular choice for international students, the city also embraces high- quality education and supports students in their ability to thrive. Study in Melbourne and hone your creative career at Collarts.

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MEET INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SARA

International student Sara shares her experience studying at Collarts, travelling all the way from Denmark and starting her career in Music Performance in Australia.

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MEET INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PAULO

Flying over from the Philippines, international student Paulo shares why he chose to start his career in Entertainment Management in Australia.

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OUR CAMPUSES

Wellington St Campus

208 Wellington St, Collingwood VIC 3066

OPENING HOURS

Mon-Fri – 8:30am-10pm
Sat-Sun – 10am-6pm

George St Campus

2/156 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065

OPENING HOURS

Mon-Fri – 8:30am-8pm
Sat – 10am-4pm

Cromwell St Campus

67/69 Cromwell St, Collingwood VIC 3066

OPENING HOURS

Mon-Fri – 8:30am-8pm
Sat – 10am-4pm

Brunswick St Campus

209 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065

OPENING HOURS

Mon-Fri – 8:30am-10pm
Sat-Sun – 10am-6pm

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STUDY DOUBLE DEGREES

CRICOS CODE

OPPORTUNITIES & EXPERIENCES

MEET OUR STUDENTS

HOW DAMIELOU FOUND HER COMMUNITY

HOW SELF-DISCOVERY FEELS AT POPAKADEMIE SONGWRITING WEEK

FROM THE SALON TO BACKSTAGE: HOW CHRISTINA AUBRY EMBRACED MUSIC MANAGEMENT

Collarts Students Are Embracing Dolby Atmos Technology

INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS

"Collarts gave me that sense of community that I was missing. It filled that hole in my chest and since then, I’ve made real connections with people. They’re now my friends in my band and the people I live with."

DAMIELOU SHAVELLE

"Studying at Collarts allowed me to gain music industry experience and put my foot in the door. It gave me the confidence to use that tool and reach out to different people in the industry, and get my name out there."

BRIDGET MCMULLEN

“Collarts is a great institution that not only offers courses with a diverse range of career pathways, but also gives its students a great sense of community and belonging."

ERIN BRIDSON

"A textbook can only teach you so much. Collarts has the leading choice of partnerships for all the major festivals. These experiences are top-notch and second-to-none."

WILL PETTS

"I think that being surrounded by creatives and people that are passionate about what they do, it reinforces your passion and also momentum."

NICOLAS DUQUEMIN

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATION

DOCUMENTATION

INTERVIEW AND/OR AUDITION

OFFER

ACCEPTANCE

HEALTH COVER

CONFIRMATION

VISA

START YOUR #FUTURENOW AT COLLLARTS

AUDIO ENGINEERING DOUBLE DEGREE

MUSIC PERFORMANCE DOUBLE DEGREE

ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (AUDIO ENGINEERING) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE APPLICANTS

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

AUDIO ENGINEERING DOUBLE DEGREE

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (AUDIO ENGINEERING) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

MUSIC PERFORMANCE DOUBLE DEGREE

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE APPLICANTS

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

KEY INFORMATION

February, May and September

Select SpecialisedStudy Streams

Fast-Tracked: 3 YearsMixed: 4 YearsStandard: 4.5 Years

On-Campus, Online, or Mixed*

Free Access to Wellbeing & Academic Support

60 Hours of Industry Placement

Audio + EM: 096473F/104509F/104510B

MPerf + EM: 096472G/104511A/104512M

$2916 per unit

Available for Free

LIFE IN MELBOURNE

WHAT TO EXPECT STUDYING IN MELBOURNE

MEET INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SARA

Select Specialised
Study Streams

Fast-Tracked: 3 Years
Mixed: 4 Years
Standard: 4.5 Years

Audio + EM: 096473F/104509F
/104510B

MPerf + EM: 096472G/104511A
/104512M