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A Music Librarian manages musical collections, assists patrons, and supports music education while ensuring access and preservation of resources.

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Get qualified to work as a Music Librarian with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Bachelor of Arts (Music Studies)

Estimated fee

From $27,942

Duration

3 years

Study mode

Blended, On Campus

The Bachelor of Arts (Music Studies) delves into diverse musical fields, from performance to songwriting and world music. This course merges practical and theoretical elements, allowing students to focus on specific musical interests. It encompasses modern music concepts, practices, and technologies. Students gain skills in musical practices, theories, and technologies, enhancing their employability through effective communication in music and media. This course also equips students to adapt to evolving p...

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Estimated fee

From $27,942

Duration

3 years

Study mode

Blended, On Campus

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Bachelor of Arts (Music)

Estimated fee

From $39,135

Duration

3 years

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

The Bachelor of Arts (Music) offers advanced music studies, aiming to deepen students' understanding of music's cultural, historical, and analytical aspects from various periods and cultures. This course offers specialized areas like musicology or theory, preparing for advanced research. Additionally, it enhances knowledge in music language and musicianship, guiding students towards professionalism. Students acquire competencies aligned with Australia's creative industries, ensuring aptitude i...

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Estimated fee

From $39,135

Duration

3 years

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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Bachelor of Information Studies

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Unknown

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Unknown

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Are you interested in librarianship, archives, and records management? The Bachelor of Information Studies is a hands-on degree program that prepares you for the information professions and allows you to specialise in librarianship, information management, children’s librarianship, or records and archives management. Information studies is an exciting area and you’ll be at the cutting edge of digital curation, preservation, and records management. Even better, graduates are eligible for membership with ...

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Bachelor of Music (Honours)

Estimated fee

From $9,312

Duration

12 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

The Bachelor of Music (Honours) is an advanced course designed for students passionate about deepening their musical expertise. This program focuses on enhancing performance skills, music theory, composition, and musicology. It combines rigorous academic study with practical performance experience, encouraging students to develop their unique musical style. The course offers specialised training in various genres and prepares students for diverse careers in music, including performance, teaching, and comp...

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Estimated fee

From $9,312

Duration

12 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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A Music Librarian manages collections of musical scores, recordings, and related materials in libraries, archives, or educational institutions. You might work in public, academic, or specialised music libraries. Music Librarians focus on cataloguing, preserving, and providing access to musical resources. You'll assist patrons in locating music-related materials, provide reference services, and may also support music education by organising events or lectures.

Music Librarians play a crucial role in preserving musical heritage and supporting research. You'll need to be detail-oriented, knowledgeable about music, and skilled in information management. You'll liaise with musicians, educators, and researchers to ensure the library's resources meet the needs of the community it serves.

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