Graduate Diploma in Music (Composition) (M01CO)

There are no further intakes into the Graduate Diploma in Music (Composition), please refer to the Graduate Diploma in Music page for the new course.

The Graduate Diploma in Music is designed for university graduates in any field who wish to undertake university-level study in music. The program draws together subjects from the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music's existing degree programs, and may be taken part-time or full-time.

Through the Graduate Diploma in Music (Composition), students will acquire skills in instrumental and vocal writing, orchestration, electro-acoustic music, professional score presentation, rehearsal skills and concert management, alongside the development of a personal and original voice. Encouraging composition in all styles, students will work through all phases of the composition process, from first ideas, to completion of a professionally presented score, to interaction with performers in rehearsals, culminating in a public performance. Students can also choose from a range of electives, including ensembles, conducting, academic and applied skills, to complement the composition focus.