Course overview
Bachelor of Music (Composition) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Australian Institute of Music in Sydney, Australia. It takes 3 years (9 study periods) for international students, with intakes in February; May; September.
Australian Institute of Music is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Australian Institute of Music (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Sydney, Australia |
| Course | Bachelor of Music (Composition) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 3 years (9 study periods) for international students |
| Tuition per year | A$30,624 (≈ ₹19.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | February; May; September |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50 (no band below 42) |
Interested in Bachelor of Music (Composition)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is A$30,624 a year, about ₹19.9 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly A$91,872 (≈ ₹59.7 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027 international fee; total A$91,872
Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
53%
Full-time employment rate
Highly skilled jobs
51%
Employed in a managerial or professional occupation
Average (median) salary
A$63,200
≈ ₹41.1 lakh a year
Median annual full-time salary, about 4-6 months after course completion, domestic undergraduates
Job roles
- Musician
- Music producer
- Sound engineer
- Sound designer
- Music therapist
- Private music teacher
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Universal Music Group
Sony
Warner Music Group
Spotify
TUI
BBC
Disney
Netflix
Apple
Abbey Road Studios
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Australian Institute of Music for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A senior secondary qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12 (such as Class 12) completed within the last two years.
- Or at least one term of full-time higher education study, or a Certificate IV or above.
- Bachelor of Music and Music Theatre: interview or audition, or a portfolio, plus a resume. Bachelor of Music Business: interview and a 300–500 word statement. Diplomas: a music resume.
- AIM does not normally accept international students under 18.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50 (no band below 42).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Undergraduate: 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5. Postgraduate: 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0. |
| PTE Academic | Undergraduate: 50, no band below 42. Postgraduate: 58, no band below 50. |
| TOEFL iBT (new scale) | Undergraduate: 3.5 overall. Postgraduate: 4 overall, with set section minimums. |
| Other tests | Cambridge C1 Advanced (169 UG, 179 PG), CELPIP, LanguageCert and Michigan English Test are also accepted. Duolingo is not listed. |
| English pathway | EAP or ELICOS courses at AIM partner colleges in Sydney and Melbourne. |
Intakes
This course starts in: February; May; September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in AustraliaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (degree transcripts for the master's)
- English test result
- Audition recordings or portfolio, resume and personal statement as the course requires
- Genuine Student assessment if asked, and OSHC for the visa
Scholarships
International Scholarship Program (International Merit Scholarship)
UG and PG
Value: Up to 10% of tuition for the full length of the course
Applicants holding an AIM offer letter who send a cover email, a music career plan and two reference letters before the course starts; you must pass all units to keep it
Official page
About Australian Institute of Music
The Australian Institute of Music (AIM) is a private music school founded in 1968, with campuses in The Rocks in Sydney and on King Street in Melbourne. It teaches diplomas, bachelor's degrees and a Master of Music in contemporary and classical performance, composition, creative technology (production), musicology, music theatre and music business.
Indian students look at AIM for practical music degrees with three intakes a year and a flat fee across its undergraduate courses. International students take the bachelor's over three years (nine study periods). AIM is not a university and is not in world rankings. Entry is by interview, portfolio or audition rather than marks alone.
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More courses at Australian Institute of Music
- Bachelor of Music (Performance)3 years (9 study periods) for international students · A$30,624 / year
- Bachelor of Music (Creative Technology)3 years (9 study periods) for international students · A$30,624 / year
- Bachelor of Music Business3 years (9 study periods) for international students · A$30,624 / year
- Bachelor of Music Theatre3 years (9 study periods) for international students · A$30,624 / year
- Bachelor of Music (Music Business)3 years (9 study periods) for international students · A$30,624 / year
- Bachelor of Music (Musicology)3 years (9 study periods) for international students · A$30,624 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor of Music (Composition) at Australian Institute of Music?
The tuition for international students is A$30,624 a year (about ₹19.9 lakh). 2027 international fee; total A$91,872. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor of Music (Composition)?
The course takes 3 years (9 study periods) for international students.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE 50 (no band below 42). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: February; May; September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.