MUSI40012 GradDip Composition 1
University of Melbourne · Level 4 · 18.75 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 2.5 class hours a week
Is MUSI40012 hard?
MUSI40012: Easier. A graduate subject, so it isn't on the easy and hard lists; this is how it compares with Bachelor of Science's subjects. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Write a 15-minute folio of new music in individual lessons and seminars, shaping your own craft and style.
After it you can
- Compose a substantial folio of new work
- Analyse and reflect on your own composing
- Develop a clear compositional voice
What you need first
None
What it leads to
How it’s assessed
Projects 70%, Assignments 30%
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI40012 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MUSI40012?
- No prerequisites.
- Does MUSI40012 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Projects 70%, Assignments 30%.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI40012 have?
- 2.5 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI40012 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- What can I take after MUSI40012?
- 1 subjects need it first, for example MUSI40013.
- Can I rate MUSI40012?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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