UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS AUDITION APPLICATION

DEGREE INFORMATION

Learn more about the Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts [40309] and Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts/Bachelor of Arts [40311], including admission requirements, program information, and application details.

Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts [40309]

Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts/Bachelor of Arts [40311]

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Thank you for your interest in studying Music and Performing Arts at the University of Newcastle. This application is your opportunity to share your creative practice, experience, and aspirations with us.

SECTION ONE – Applicant Details

Name

First NameLast Name

Pronouns used

Other

Postal Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbState / Province

Postal Code

Email Address

example@example.com

Date of Birth

Day-Month-Year

Mobile Phone

SECTION TWO – Application Preferences

The information below relates to admission, audition, and portfolio submission requirements.

For the latest information on application deadlines, audition dates, and portfolio submission deadlines, please refer to the Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts Admissions, Audition and Portfolio Information webpage.

For UAC deadlines, please refer to the latest information on key dates at the University Admissions Centre website.

Are you applying via the Early Entry Program (EEP)? Applications must be received for: Offer Round 1 - lodge audition by Monday 26th of August 2024. Offer Round 2 - lodge audition by Monday 9th of September 2024. Offer Round 3 - lodge audition by Monday 23rd of September 2024. *Note: LIVE Auditions are NOT an option for EEP applicants.

Term of Commencement

UAC Reference Number / UON Application Number (Domestic & International Applicants)

* Domestic admission applications can be made through UAC or directly to the University of Newcastle.

For more information, visit Domestic - How To Apply

* International admission applications must be made directly to the University of Newcastle.

For more information, visit International - How to Apply

* Current University of Newcastle students, enabling students, and applicants who have not yet received an application number should enter N/A.

Please indicate your degree preference(s):

Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts (40309)

Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts/Bachelor of Arts (40311)

SECTION THREE – Submission Option

Select the submission option that best reflects your creative practice.

Performance Audition - live audition or video submission demonstrating instrumental, vocal, ensemble, or other performance skills. If selecting Performance Audition, please indicate your preferred format:
- Live in-person audition
- Online video submission

Creative Music Portfolio - portfolio of original creative work such as songs, compositions, music productions, recordings, sound design, electronic music, creative technologies, or related projects, accompanied by a short video statement.

Creative and Performing Arts Portfolio - portfolio of creative and performing arts work such as performance-making, theatre, directing, stagecraft, technical production, design, or related projects, accompanied by a short video statement.

For full details on each submission option, please refer to the Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts Admissions, Audition and Portfolio Information webpage.

If you are unsure which option is most appropriate, please contact us at BMusPA@newcastle.edu.au

SECTION THREE – Majors

Below are 9 pathways that can be taken when studying Music/Performing Arts at the University of Newcastle. Please choose one from the list that interests you the most.

Please note - selecting majors on this application provides an indication of your study interests and is not a formal acceptance of your study pathway/major, this occurs after an official University of Newcastle offer into the program occurs.

B Music and Performing Arts [40309]

1 Single Major

2 Double Major Pathway B - Double Major

3 Double Major Pathway C - One Music and Performing Arts Major + One SOCI Major

B Music and Performing Arts/B Arts [40311]

1 Single Major

If you play multiple instruments, please nominate your preferred instrument as this will determine who may be allocated as your tutor. If you are a singer, please indicate voice as your instrument major.

SECTION FOUR – Previous Studies and Experience

Have you undertaken, or are you currently undertaking, any formal study, training, or qualifications in music, performing arts, or related creative disciplines?

Please provide details and results/outcomes where known.

AMEB, Trinity, ABRSM, or other music examination qualifications

HSC, TAFE, or school-based courses (please specify)

Other tertiary, private, industry, or community-based study and training

Relevant professional, community, or industry experience

Are you a current University of Newcastle student? If yes, please provide your student number and current program

If you are applying for credit for studies previously completed, please submit a separate online credit application.

SECTION FIVE – Written Responses

Please provide responses to the following five questions in your own words (approximately 200–250 words each). Your responses should reflect your personal experiences, creative interests, and opinions.

Your written responses help us learn more about you, your creative practice, and your communication skills. Please take time to review your responses and use correct spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure.

Question 1 - Describe two experiences in music, performing arts, or creative practice that have been significant to you, and explain what you learned from them. This may include work produced in the workplace, at school, at university, at home, or for leisure.

Question 2 - Describe how an experience in your life has influenced your creative development.

Question 3 - Name a creative work - in any form - that you enjoy, and explain why. You may wish to discuss elements such as composition, production, performance, design, direction, instrumentation, mood, or other aspects relevant to the work.

Question 4 - If you had no limitations, what would you ideally like to be doing in your creative career?

Question 5 - What qualities do you think are important for success in the creative arts? You may include skills and attributes beyond the creative arts.

Will you be presenting a live audition? Please note live auditions will be taking place on 27 and 28 November 2025

What back-line equipment do you require?

Do you require any additional equipment that is not listed above?

Will you auditioning with additional support from other musicians/instruments/performers (e.g. as part of an ensemble) ?

Please supply name(s) of the other performer(s)

SECTION SIX – Audition and Portfolio Materials

Please upload or provide links to the materials that support your application.

You may submit a short Creative Portfolio, CV, résumé, or summary of your creative experience (maximum two pages, PDF or DOCX format). This may include information about performances, productions, creative projects, ensembles, training, qualifications, exhibitions, community involvement, or other relevant creative activities.

There is no need to upload certificates or supporting documentation unless specifically requested.

If you maintain a professional website, portfolio, or online profile, you may provide a link instead of uploading a document.

Creative Portfolio, CV, or Supporting Materials Upload

Please upload your Creative Portfolio, CV, résumé, or supporting materials here.

Portfolio Website or Profile Link

Please provide a link to your website, online portfolio, professional profile, or related online materials.

Video Submission Links

Please provide links to any video materials that form part of your submission.

For Performance Audition applicants, videos should demonstrate the audition requirements outlined in the Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts Admissions, Audition and Portfolio Information webpage.

For Creative Music Portfolio and Creative and Performing Arts Portfolio applicants, videos may include examples of creative work, performances, productions, project documentation, presentations, and/or a short video statement.

Video files should be hosted on an external platform such as YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, OneDrive, or a similar service. Please ensure that access permissions allow University staff to view your materials.

Video and audio quality should be sufficient for assessors to clearly experience the submitted work. Recordings should be presented clearly and accurately represent your creative practice

Please provide your video link/s below

If you are not LIVE Auditioning, provide your video links here.

SECTION SEVEN – Declaration

I declare that I intend to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts [40309] or Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts/Bachelor of Arts [40311] at the University of Newcastle.

I confirm that the information provided in this application is true and correct. Any material I submit is a valid representation of me and my creative practice.

In conjunction with this application, I understand that I also need to submit an admission application through one of the following categories:

DOMESTIC APPLICANTS

New domestic applicant – admission applications must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC)
Current University of Newcastle domestic student – apply for a Domestic Degree Transfer
Completing a University of Newcastle Enabling program (Yapug, Open Foundation or Open Foundation Extended) – apply for Direct Admission

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

New international applicant – admission applications must firstly be made through UON International Admissions
Current University of Newcastle international student – apply for an International Degree Transfer
International Foundation Pathway applicant – apply through the University of Newcastle College of International Education

Name/Signature

Date

Day-Month-Year

Thank you for completing the Bachelor of Music and Performing Arts Admissions Application.

Before submitting, please ensure you have:

Completed all required fields (marked with *)
Completed all five written responses (Section Five)
Selected your submission option (Section Three)
Uploaded or provided links to your audition and/or portfolio materials (not required if you are participating in a live audition) (Section Six)

If you have any questions about your application, please contact us at BMusPA@newcastle.edu.au.

UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE

Please indicate the instrument you wish to play if you choose to major in performance.