About QCM for international students

The Queensland College of Music welcomes International students who wish to study in Australia.

QCM is a family environment, which gives personalised attention and assistance to each and every international student. It is a specialised college that cultivates a supportive and family focused environment, that, as well as guiding students through their studies, will also assist students with accommodation, transport, work experience, visas and much more.

The college specialises in music however is a great environment to improve English skills for International students. Learning is conducted in small groups with specialised training and one to one tuition in the students chosen instrument. Students will work with experienced teachers that are working musicians, performers and business people working within the local, national and international music industry.

QCM offers pathways to university and provides assistance to students in completing university applications and practicing for auditions.

Your Music Journey: Certificate IV to Advanced Diploma

Progression Through Our Music Qualifications

At Queensland College of Music, international students can progress through three levels of music study, building their skills, knowledge and professional experience at each stage.

The Certificate IV in Music (CUA40920) provides a foundation for developing instrumental skills, composition, performance experience and an understanding of the music industry, including copyright and business opportunities.

The Diploma of Music (CUA50825) builds on this foundation, with a greater focus on specialised musical knowledge, advanced performance skills, repertoire development, concert programming, leadership and managing a freelance music career.

The Advanced Diploma of Music (CUA60525) is designed for musicians who are already working professionally in the music industry. At this level, students are expected to apply their skills in real-world professional settings, demonstrate musical leadership and teaching capabilities, and organise and deliver at least three live performances in different venues and for different audiences.

Planning Your Three-Year Study Journey

International students considering enrolling in all three qualifications consecutively over three years should understand that this pathway involves more than progressing through academic levels. It requires a commitment to developing the professional experience, industry connections and practical performance opportunities needed to meet the requirements of the Advanced Diploma.

By the Advanced Diploma stage, students must be working professionally in the music industry. They must also be able to organise and deliver performances in different venues and for different audiences as part of their professional practice.

Students should therefore consider how they will develop their professional music careers throughout their studies, including opportunities to perform, build industry relationships, gain practical experience and establish themselves as working musicians.

Progression through the three qualifications is a pathway for developing your musical and professional capabilities. Applicants should carefully consider the entry requirements and expectations of each qualification before committing to the full three-year study pathway.

QCM tutors

Highly skilled music teachers, many who are graduates from the Conservatorium of Music, as well as vocational educators and industry advisers, will be training all students. All teachers have recognised proficiency in their specialist instrument, have participated in many public performances, and work in a variety of areas of the Music Industry. Many have worked as musicians overseas, and some are recognised recording artists or event and artist managers.

Most of QCM’s competitors are larger and do not specialise in Music or offer dedicated English courses. QCM is unique in its family and friendly environment and care and attention to the needs of its International students. Extra support will be given by expert staff that have years of experience working in the International Education sector.

Location

The Queensland College of Music campus is at 107 Quay St, Brisbane City QLD 4000. The campus is less than 15 minutes walk from both the Roma St and Milton train stations and Roma St Interchange bus stations and there are other bus stops within 10 minutes walk from the college The Barracks Shopping Centre complex is nearby, with dining options and a cinema. There are many choices of accommodation options nearby.

With a campus located in inner city Brisbane, Queensland, there are plenty of accommodation options, transport and entertainment, including the Cultural Precinct located at nearby Southbank. QCM is also close to Southbank Parklands, Brisbane city and Brisbane’s Cultural Precinct, which includes the State Library, Art Galleries, Museum, Performing Arts Centre and a digital youth space.

Queensland has a great lifestyle and weather, and a clean and green environment. The United Nations have declared Australia one of the best countries in the world to live. Norway topped the poll in 2016, with Australia coming a close second. Brisbane was nominated as one of the Top 5 International Music Hotspots by Billboard.

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