
Learn how to understand music from diverse perspectives, including the scientific study of the mind, brain and behaviour.
Your study also covers social interaction, and the everyday uses and therapeutic applications of music.
Graduates can find roles in music practice, educational, therapeutic and organisational contexts.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Music therapist
- Music teacher
- Music education course facilitator
- Program coordinator
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In 2023, we'll be teaching on campus, with online options (for most programs and plans) for students who can't attend in person. See the list of programs and plans you can't commence online.
Course delivery modes may change in future semesters.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Studios
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Introduction to Music Psychology
- Music and Human Behaviour
- Music, Cognition & Development
- The Brain and Behavioural Sciences
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