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The University of Western Australia (UWA)

  • 22% international / 78% domestic

Doctor of Musical Arts

  • Doctorate (PhD)

Make an outstanding contribution to Music through composition or performance. Work with world-class supervisors to prepare and present for examination either a portfolio of original compositions in a variety of genres, or two recitals showing professional skill and interpretative ability. ...

Key details

Degree Type
Doctorate (PhD)
Course Code
10940, 059611G
Study Mode
In person

About this course

Doctor of Musical Arts (in composition) students are required to prepare under supervision and present for examination-a portfolio of original compositions in a variety of genres, deemed to be of sufficient scale and duration, which show the highest level of technical accomplishment and imaginative resource; a 45-minute lecture/demonstration followed by a 15-minute discussion on a topic related to the student's research or compositions; and a thesis (30,000 to 40,000 words) on a topic related to one or more aspects of the composition portfolio. Doctor of Musical Arts (in performance) students are required to prepare under supervision and present for examination-two recitals of normally 70 to 90 minutes' duration which demonstrate professional executant skill and interpretative ability; a 45-minute lecture/demonstration followed by a 15-minute discussion session on a topic related to the student's research; and a thesis (30,000 to 40,000 words) on a topic related to one or more aspects of the performances.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements
An applicant for the Doctor of Musical Arts (in composition) must submit a folio of original compositions, the arrangements for which are determined by the Head of the School of Music.
Admission Requirements
An applicant for the Doctor of Musical Arts (in composition) must submit a folio of original compositions, the arrangements for which are determined by the Head of the School of Music.
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the University's English language requirements to be eligible for a place.

English competency

Career pathways

Careers and further study

Take your studies to a new level with a postgraduate degree and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways
Graduates of this course will be equipped with advanced level creative, communication, research and analytical skills, allowing them to take the next step in their career pathway.



Career Pathways Graduates of this course will be equipped with advanced level creative, communication, research and analytical skills, allowing them to take the next step in their career pathway.



Further Study
A higher doctorate can open up opportunities in academia and research to help you pursue your career goals.
Further Study A higher doctorate can open up opportunities in academia and research to help you pursue your career goals.
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