The Bachelor of Arts in Music and Society at the University Of Western Australia is designed for students eager to explore the profound connections between music, culture, and society. You will delve into diverse musical landscapes, from historical revolutions and global popular music to the nuanced roles of women in music and its representation in film and video games. This undergraduate degree provides a critical framework for understanding music not just as an art form, but as a powerful social, political, and ideological force, equipping you with analytical skills to interpret its multifaceted impact.
You will study this degree full-time on campus over three years, engaging with core units across all levels that cover musical revolutions, popular music in a global context, and women in music. Your learning experience will be enriched by exploring music and practices of listening, music in action, and culminating in advanced units on music in the sixties and its societal ideas. You will graduate with a sophisticated understanding of music's cultural significance, prepared for diverse career paths in arts management, cultural criticism, education, or further academic research.