Redefine your potential
Push your artistic boundaries and gain the tools you need to think, feel and create with your own unique voice under the guidance of internationally recognised artists, filmmakers, musicians and researchers. You'll join a vibrant learning environment that encourages bravery, critical confidence and creative risk taking.
Learn more about your graduate study options
Take a deeper look at some of our graduate study options and discover the degree that fits your personal and professional goals best. Learn more about the study program and access key application information including entry requirements.
- Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts (Degree with Honours)
- Honours Bachelor of Music (Degree with Honours)
- Research Doctor of Philosophy (Fine Arts and Music)
- Certificate Graduate Certificate in Visual Art
- Diploma Graduate Diploma in Music (Composition)
- Diploma Graduate Diploma in Music (Ethnomusicology)
- Diploma Graduate Diploma in Music (Musicology)
- Diploma Graduate Diploma in Music (Practical Music)
- Diploma Graduate Diploma in Music (Tailored Program)
- Coursework Master of Contemporary Art
- Coursework Master of Creative Arts Therapy
- Coursework Master of Design for Performance
- Coursework Master of Film and Television
- Coursework Master of Fine Arts
- Coursework Master of Music (Opera Performance)
- Coursework Master of Music (Performance Teaching)
Get to know our academics
At Melbourne, you'll learn from world-class academics fuelled by a passion for their craft.
Meet Jo Briscoe, Lecturer and Course Coordinator in Design and Production
"I’m a designer for narrative forms, which means I’m primarily a visual storyteller. I bring the world of a story to life, build backstories for the characters, and ensure the audience has a rich understanding of the action. I am passionate about telling stories that have impact and represent the true range of the human condition. I especially love stories that make us laugh and then sneak up with a big emotional punch. I also love narrative design because it’s so collaborative, and working with a team to realise something greater than the sum of its parts is incredibly challenging and satisfying. No day is ever the same."
Find out how Jo is helping her students build worldsDr Kim Dunphy, Dance Movement Therapist talks about art, culture and community building with therapy
Digital archives of sung poems seem a long way away from dance movement therapy, but for Dr Kim Dunphy it’s all part of a broader engagement with art, culture and community-building.
“One of the great privileges of being an academic is that you have the freedom to explore your research interests as long as you’re doing it with integrity, producing research and getting grants.”
Chris Kohn, VCA lecturer: putting diversity centre stage
Since 2016, Chris Kohn has been working on a PhD looking at theatre made by people with intellectual disabilities and those identifying as neurodiverse. Right now, though, he's excited about a completely different kind of diversity project.
Read his storyDiscover student life at Melbourne
Meet our students, learn more about their university experience and see them in action at Melbourne.
Meet Master of Music (Opera Performance) student, Samantha Hargreaves
"I began the Masters of Music (Opera Performance) fresh from my undergraduate degree of music which I also carried out at Melbourne. Initially, I had known next to nothing about opera and classical singing but I was very eager to learn. High drama, coloratura, voices that could sing above orchestras – it was all fascinating to me."
Read her storyCan music revolutionise dementia care?
A University of Melbourne global study is using music to support people with dementia and associated depression. Our Creative Arts and Music Therapy Research Unit is leading the Australian arm of the study into music therapy, and how it can improve the lives of millions living with dementia.
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