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Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Music

Australia

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What will I learn?

Summary

The Bachelor of Business will introduce you to a broad range of foundation and future-focused business units that will equip you for the jobs of tomorrow in a wide range of industries. In addition, you'll develop a valuable set of employability skills - leadership, strategic thinking, problem solving, communication, teamwork, and sustainable and ethical thinking - which are highly sought-after in today's rapidly evolving global business landscape. The Bachelor of Music - with its focus on synergies across production and performance, including theoretical and practical study - is the only one of its kind in Australia. It will develop your theoretical, practical and industry-focused skills, as well as your musical training.

Key features

Undertake projects based on real-world scenarios

Complete authentic assessments that progressively build on course material to develop the business acumen employers want. Study how sustainability is influencing business decision-making

Learn how sustainability concerns are impacting business via a dedicated unit in second year and a capstone project in third year. Hone your skills by learning from award-winning professionals

Learn from teachers with international industry profiles in popular music, music production, jazz and contemporary vocal pedagogy. Develop a deep understanding of contemporary music practices

Gain a broad knowledge of 20th- and 21st-century music practices, technologies and associated industries.

Career Outcomes

Professions

Administration manager

Arts and culture administrator

Brand manager

Business development manager

Business strategist

Composer

Entrepreneur

Events manager

Game designer

Management consultant

Market researcher

Marketing consultant

Music publisher

Music teacher (after further study)

Performer

Promoter

Public or community sector manager

Recruitment consultant

Sound effects designer

Sound technician

Employers

Arts organisations

Arts promoters

Audio engineering companies

Banks and financial institutions

Cultural and heritage organisations

Digital agencies

Government agencies and departments

Human resource consultancies

Management consulting firms

Marketing and public relations firms

Media, creative or communications agencies

Media, creative or communications agencies

Multinational corporations

Music publications

Private and public-sector organisations

Production studios - film, TV and sound

Recruitment agencies

Self-employment

Start-ups

Universities

Which department am I in?

Macquarie Business School

CRICOS

098526D

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
A$43,200.00 (US$ 28,470) per year
2025 Fees: Bachelor of Business - AUD $43,200; Bachelor of Music - AUD $39,600

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

North Ryde Campus

4–6 Eastern Road,

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY,

New South Wales,

2109, MACQUARIE PARK, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To apply for an undergraduate program, international students will need to have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:

  • A recognised senior secondary school qualification or university entrance examination, such as the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (NSW HSC) or other equivalent Australian or overseas high school qualification
  • A recognised university Foundation course
  • A recognised 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
  • At least one year of a university degree from a recognised institution

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic - IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
  • TOEFL iBT - 83 (Reading - 13; Writing - 21; Listening - 12; Speaking - 18)
  • PTE Academic - 58 minimum 52 in each band, or equivalent
  • Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 180 minimum 169 in each band, or equivalent
  • Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - C+; Writing - C+; Listening - C/C+; Speaking - C/C+)
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) - 115 minimum 110 in each band, or equivalent

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Macquarie University

Macquarie is in the top 130 of universities globally (QS 2024) and is a leading institution with a strong tradition of innovation and exploration.

  • Ranked in the top 130 universities worldwide
  • Located in Sydney’s fastest-growing business region
  • Provides over 30,000 practical work placements
  • Offers generous scholarship programs