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The Academy of Music And Performing Arts

Educating and inspiring young artists for over 30 years.

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Educating and inspiring young artists for over 30 years, AMPA remains committed to providing the highest quality in music and performing arts degrees, including music production and composition, contemporary and classical music, music theatre and dance performance (contemporary, ballet and jazz).
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The home of your artistic journey. A place where you can explore your passion, develop your skills, broaden perspectives and connect with your community.

 

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Educating and inspiring young artists for over 30 years, AMPA remains committed to providing the highest quality in music and performing arts degrees, including music production and composition, contemporary and classical music, music theatre and dance performance (contemporary, ballet and jazz).

UNDERGRADUATE MUSIC

Please select a focus area for further information:
Contemporary Music
Music Production
Music Theatre
Classical Music & Composition
  • 6 Trimesters (2 years) full-time or part-time equivalent.

UNDERGRADUATE DANCE

The Bachelor of Dance Course (and nested Associate Degree) has a strong focus on and commitment to excellence in the practice of dance. The goal is to develop highly skilled, disciplined, knowledgeable, and versatile dance artists, in an atmosphere which supports and encourages them, as they strive to reach that technical, creative, and scholarly excellence.
Dance Performance

POSTGRADUATE COURSES

AMPA’s graduate programs aim to develop elite music professionals by engaging in advanced performance mastery and creative practice blended with the exploration of research, analytical and communication skills. Students can personalise the course based on their individual interests and professional aspirations in order to maximise future employment opportunities.

 

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Application

Complete the Online Application Form

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Audition Booking

Once your application form is submitted an Admissions team member will contact you to book your audition and interview.Complete the Online Application Form

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Ready to Enrol

After you complete your audition, the panel will evaluate your performance and assess your aptitude and potential to succeed at AMPA.
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mission

AMPA is committed to becoming a leader of music and arts education in Australia and beyond, constantly striving towards distinction in performance, creativity and scholarship. Students are educated to the highest standards based on the best possible professional practice. Through our graduates, faculty and community alike, AMPA seeks to leave a positive impact on the music and performing arts arena.

2026 Admissions Dates

There are multiple intake dates throughout the year (3 intakes for undergraduate degrees and 2 for postgraduate). 

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UNDERGRADUATE

Trimester 1

Orientation Day: 21 January

Classes Start: 27-30 January

Census Date: 13 February

Trimester 2

Orientation Day: 13 May

Classes Start: 18-22 May

Census Date: 5 June

Trimester 3

Orientation Day: 2 September

Classes Start: 7-11 September

Census Date: 25 September

POSTGRADUATE

Semester 1

Orientation Day: 21 January

Classes Start: 27-30 January

Census Date: 25 February

Semester 2

Orientation Day: 1 July

Classes Start: 6-10 July

Census Date: 5 August

Trimester 3

Orientation Day: 21 January

Classes Start: 2-6 February

Census Date: 13 February

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