2014 Queensland Conservatorium UG Degrees

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WHY CHOOSE
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gain the knowledge you
By choosing to study with us, youll benefit from degrees that

are informed by our world-class research, expert knowledge
and industry connections.
need to create the type

of career you want.
We have music graduates everywhere

Behind any kind of music anywhere in Australia, the chances are a
Queensland Conservatorium graduate is playing a key role. Within
our thriving community of over 800 students training as music
professionals, well prepare you to reach your aspirations in music.
We offer a generous scholarship program

We offer more than 700 scholarships, with a total value of more
than $8 million (see pages 32-33).
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CONTENTS
LEGEND
Abbreviations and symbols used throughout
this guide:
G
L
M
N
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Gold Coast
Logan
Mt Gravatt
Nathan
South Bank
QTAC = Queensland Tertiary

Admissions Centre
UAC = Universities Admissions Centre
(NSW-based)
OP
= Overall position
ATAR = Australian Tertiary Admission Rank.
In this guide, the ATAR cut-off
is listed only for those degrees
offered through UAC.
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3F/6P
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GPA
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Full-time study
Part-time study
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
External available
Grade Point Average. All GPAs in
this publication are on a 7.0 scale.
CONT. = continued
N/A
= Not applicable
Key dates
How can we help you choose the right degree?
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Know more about Queensland Conservatorium
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Related degrees
Double degrees with Music
10
Staff profiles
12
How do I apply?
22
Auditions
26
What will my study cost?
30
Study materials
31
Scholarships
32
Griffith Honours College
34
Griffith Sports College
35
Study overseas
36
Student services and support
37
Student life
40
Our campuses
42
University terms explained
46
Whats the next step?
48
More detailed explanations of terms are on

pages 46 and 47.
Important note. All information is correct as at March 2013, but is subject to change as content is reviewed and updated.
Cover image: Constanze Hart, Bachelor of Popular Music. Read Constanzes story on page 4.
KEY DATES
To help you take the next steps toward university,
there are a few important dates you need to remember.
Applications
Queensland Conservatorium audition applications open until
Queensland Conservatorium auditions
QTAC and UAC on time applications due
2014 GAMSAT registration opens
12 August 2013
30 Sep4 Oct 2013
27 September 2013
October 2013
OPs available
14 December 2013
ATARs available
19 December 2013
Ranks released (Queensland Year 12s without OP)
30 December 2013
QTAC and UAC offers released

QTAC and UAC main offers released
Dec 2013Jan 2014

16 January 2014
Griffith University events

Return to Study (South Bank)
16 April 2013
Return to Study (Gold Coast)
17 April 2013
Parents Seminar (Brisbane)
18 June 2013
Parents Seminar (Gold Coast)

Griffith University Open Day
19 June 2013
11 August 2013
Logan Information Evening
21 August 2013
Return to Study (Brisbane)
15 October 2013
Return to Study (Gold Coast)
16 October 2013
Scholarship applications open until
15 November 2013
Options Information Sessions
17 December 2013
Tertiary expos
Reinvent Your Career Expo
Gold Coast Careers Expo
2324 March 2013

9 May 2013
Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo
2425 May 2013
TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo)
2021 July 2013
Queensland Conservatorium Undergraduate Degrees Guide 2014
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Constanze Hart
Bachelor of Popular Music
Thinking of a
double degre
e?
C
QUEENSLAND
CONSERVATORIUM
graduate Constanze Hart moved
to London recently to pursue
exciting career opportunities,
including tours through Switzerland
and Lichtenstein.
Its a big call to take on the music
industry but with the wisdom and
advice of my Griffith lecturers, I felt
well prepared for an international
move. My degree not only let
me focus on my bass playing and
music making, but also taught me
how to give and take constructive

criticisman industry essential
and provided hands-on experience
in recording studios.
Spending hours in front of the red
light means I dont feel threatened
by the pressures of the studio,
and can hold my own when talking
with producers and engineers.
I speak their language. Thats
really empowering and incredibly
important for creative integrity.
griffith.edu.au/music
heck out our lis

t
of double degr
ees
on page 10.
Know more about Queensland Conservatorium

MUSICAL CONNECTIONS
ACCLAIMED TEACHERS
With music industry connections around the globe, Queensland

Conservatorium gives you the opportunity to apply your talents
at a truly professional level. The Conservatorium enjoys strong
alliances with organisations such as Londons prestigious Guildhall
School of Music and Drama, Royal Academy of Music and Royal
College of Music, the Hanoi National Academy of Music, and the
famous Sibelius Academy in Helsinki.
As a Queensland Conservatorium student, youll learn not only

from some of Australias leading music educators, but also from
international specialists from the Moscow, Brussels and Paris
Conservatoires, the Juilliard School of Music, the New England
Conservatory, the Curtis Institute, Oxford University, and Londons
Royal College and Royal Academy.
WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES
If youre engaged with any kind of music anywhere in Australia,

chances are a Conservatorium graduate is playing a key role
whether thats in composing, arranging, recording, producing,
teaching or performing. From popular music to musical theatre
or opera, from jazz to chamber music, from vocal soloist to
orchestral member, our graduates are everywhere.
The Queensland Conservatorium at South Bank is acoustically

and architecturally unparalleled in Australia. Located next to the
Queensland Performing Arts Centre, the Conservatorium houses
a 600-seat theatre, a 200-seat recital hall, teaching studios,
rehearsal rooms, performance spaces and a well-equipped music
library. At the Gold Coast campus, there are six recording studios,
four control rooms, a MIDI laboratory, practice rooms, and audio
visual post-production studios.
GRADUATES ACROSS THE COMMUNITY
QTAC
UAC
Duration
Code
Campus
MUSIC
Prerequisites
QTAC
Cutoffs 2013
UAC
OP
Music
251722
N/A
Rank ATAR
START FEB
3F
or 4F
English (4SA) plus audition and interview.
N/A
* Admission to this degree program is based on special entry requirements in addition to academic achievement.
Note. Although the Conservatorium places great emphasis on the audition and its own internal testing, the OP or its equivalent may also be included as
part of multiple selection criteria.
Applications
Applicants must lodge an Application for Audition form (available at
griffith.edu.au/music-audition) with the Conservatorium by 12 August
in addition to lodging an application form with QTAC by 27 September.
See pages 22-29 for more information about applications and auditions.
What youll study

Anyone seeking the highest quality professional music training available for
the classical and jazz instrumentalist, vocalist, composer, or musical theatre
performer cant go past this degree. Youll choose from an unexceeded
range of ensemble and elective course options and be able to develop
pathways of study that coincide with your interests. Youll acquire the
adaptability, self-motivation, technological literacy and breadth of vision
necessary to succeed in the music industry.
As a graduate, youll be highly skilled, musically adaptable and equipped to
enter professional life as a creative and flexible 21st century musician. Your
educational experience will include exposure to diverse musical styles and
idioms, including classical, jazz and world music, and to the broadly accepted
musical skills of aural awareness training, music theory and ensemble work.
Although designed as a four-year program, the degree also offers you the
option to exit after three years with a Bachelor of Music.
The Musical Theatre strand is only available as a three-year degree and

will qualify you for the Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre. Completion
of the four-year degree will qualify you for a Bachelor of Music in
Performance, Advanced Performance, Composition, Music Studies
or Performance and Pedagogy.
Youll be admitted to a performance study in an instrument (now including
brass band instruments), voice or composition, in either classical or jazz
strands, or musical theatre.
You may audition on more than one instrument; however, if successful,
your offer will be for only one of your auditioned areas. There is the option
after Year 1 to divide your major between two areas through an innovative
cross-study major subject to special criteria.
Depending on your level of skill at the end of your first year, you may also
seek transfer into the advanced performance strand, which is designed for
a select group of highly accomplished performance students, allowing you
to devote more time, focus on your performance study, and work at a
higher performance level.
If you have a strong interest in developing your skills and knowledge of
instrumental or vocal pedagogy in preparation for teaching your instrument
or voice, you can elect to specialise in this field, leading to the Bachelor of
Music in Performance and Pedagogy.
MUSIC CONT.
If you wish to study music education and gain registration to teach in
Queensland schools, youll enter a teaching preparation strand in your
second year. After successfully completing the first three years, youll
graduate with a Bachelor of Music and be eligible to apply for entry into
a graduate entry teacher preparation program.
Youll have a clear understanding of whats required by instrumental

and vocal ensembles and companies, orchestras, theatre, media, the
entertainment industry and community arts.
As a jazz musician, youll be equipped to work at a high professional level in
jazz, musical theatre, media and entertainment.
Youll have opportunities to gain credit for project studies and music
industry internships, enabling you to gain invaluable industry and
professional experience, preparing you for a smooth transition into
professional life.
If youve trained as a composer, you may seek to establish an independent

career writing or arranging for film, plays, television, concert performance
or musical theatre.
Elective courses are available to deepen and broaden your musical

experience. Study areas include:
Increasingly, the contemporary composer works in a multimedia

environment and, appropriately skilled, has opportunities in a range of
creative fields in the burgeoning new technology area.
Composition
Conducting
Jazz
Keyboard Accompaniment
Music Industry Studies
Music Literature
Music Technology
Music Theory and Aural Studies
Opera and Music Theatre Studies
Pedagogy.
Career opportunities
Your career opportunities will vary depending on your chosen areas
of specialisation.
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Music in Performance or in Advanced
Performance, youll be prepared for a career as an instrumentalist or
vocalist, or in many other areas.
Through self-directed project work, youll transition from student to
professional life while still in the supportive Conservatorium environment.
Youll have opportunities to refine your skills, focus and target your
professional options and gain first-hand professional experience in your
chosen area.
The Bachelor of Music in Performance and Pedagogy offers opportunities

in studio teaching and instrumental teaching in schools.
If youve included pedagogy electives in your studies, you may be equipped
to undertake instrumental or vocal teaching. If you complete a graduate
entry teacher preparation degree following completion of the Bachelor of
Music, youll be eligible to apply for registration as a teacher in Queensland.
The Bachelor of Music in Music Studies will prepare you for a wide range
of professional pathways into arts organisations working on arts projects,
performing in or managing community music organisations or projects, music
journalism and communication, composition, performance and recording,
or progressing towards an academic career in teaching and research.
The Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre will take you through the
many facets of musical theatre training and equip you with the skills and
experience needed to go straight into the profession. Through the study
of voice (singing), acting, dancing and movement, and speech, youll gain
the skills to undertake the challenges set in the performance projects
(small in-house workshops), public production and leave being a triple
threat performersomeone who can sing, dance and act.
Bringing new energy to older music,

Bachelor of Music graduates and twins
Michael and Philip Poulton have fast gained
a reputation for introducing classical music
to a younger generation through their
ensemble, the Brisbane Baroque Players.
UAC
Duration
QTAC
Campus
Code
Prerequisites
QTAC
Cutoffs 2013
UAC
OP
Music Technology
251752
N/A
3F
Rank ATAR
START FEB
English (4SA), Maths A, B or C (4SA)

plus folio of recorded work and music
theory test.
N/A
Note. Although the greatest emphasis is placed on a folio of recorded work, the OP or its equivalent may be included as part of multiple selection criteria.
Applications
griffith.edu.au/music-audition) with the Conservatorium by 12 August,
What youll study

Youll learn how to blend your musical talents with technical skills. Youll
develop a thorough understanding of the role technology plays in the
production, recording and creation of music and sound, and have the artistic
ability to apply that knowledge professionally in diverse contexts. As an
aspiring composer, performer, sound designer or audio producer, youll have
the opportunity to work with other Griffith Arts departments on diverse
projects such as documentaries, art music videos and feature films.
Youll undertake theoretical and practical training that emphasises the

development of creativity in music technology and the business of music.
Youll have opportunities to learn through project work within the industry
and develop client relationships, teamwork, communication and industry
networking opportunities.
Youll study music technology applications in commercial and studio
music production and recording, computing and sound editing, live sound
recording and reinforcement, and sound composition.
Youll be able to work creatively as a professional music technologist
producing, performing and recording music and applying emerging
technologies to the work of other musical professionals. You may find
career opportunities in live sound, multimedia, recording studios, musical
composition, theatres and performance venues, and in the media, broadcast
and film industries.
As a Griffith Music Technology (MuTech)

graduate, youll develop the know-how,
experience and networks to take advantage
of rapidly evolving international opportunities
in the music industry. Music technology is at
the centre of much of todays modern music
whether its for recording, gaming, film or arts
industriesin studio, live or online.
QTAC
UAC
Duration
Code
Campus
MUSIC CONT.
Prerequisites
QTAC
Cutoffs 2013
UAC
OP
Popular Music
235772
283215
3F
Rank ATAR
START FEB
English (4SA), audition, folio.
Audition, folio.
Assumed: any two units of English.
Note. Although the Conservatorium places great emphasis on the audition, interview and presentation of folio, the OP or its equivalent may be used as
part of multiple selection criteria.
Applications
(UAC applicants must lodge by 19 August) in addition to lodging an
application form with QTAC or UAC by 27 September.
What youll study

Youll learn about the musical innovation and creativity needed to be
successful in a wide range of careers in the popular music industry.
Youll study contemporary popular music practices and emerging
technologies and develop skills in sound engineering and production.
Youll also develop creativity, imagination, and other skills and abilities that
can be used in many industries, such as communication, problem-solving
and decision making, teamwork, planning and project management skills.
In the supporting studies stream, youll develop skills in information

technology software, basic acoustics and sound engineering, and production.
In the popular music resource studies stream, youll take courses about
creative music technologies, rhythmic awareness, composition/song writing,
and music business.
Youll spend six semesters focusing on the music literature and culture
studies stream. Youll learn about popular music history and the
development and impact of popular music styles and cultures. A historical
survey from 1930s country and blues styles to recent popular music
styles provides a forum for you to focus on a wide variety of popular music
styles. Through the literature and culture studies stream, youll enhance
your creative practice. Youll becoming familiar with a wide range of styles,
which will provide a basis for experimentation in song writing, performance,
recording and production techniques.
You can elect to undertake music industry internship courses in the final
three semesters of your degree.
This degree contains four streams of studymajor study, supporting

studies, resource studies and music literature and culture studies.
In the major study stream, youll develop original musical product through
innovative creative practices and processes. In collaboration with other
students, youll spend a considerable amount of time working in the recording
studios to create, rehearse, record and produce original musical product.
Youll find employment opportunities in large music organisations and the

entertainment industry as well as the education sector. Many graduates have
successfully established their own businesses, such as recording studios,
teaching studios, music distribution, and artist and repertoire companies.
Wolfmothers Ian Peres, a Bachelor of Popular Music

graduate, shows his Rock credentials performing at the
Cirque Royal in Brussels. Photo by Vince Kmeron.
UAC
Duration
QTAC
Campus
Code
Prerequisites
QTAC
Cutoffs 2013
UAC
OP
Certificate in Music Studies

Direct admission
based on interview
and audition.
START FEB
0.5F
N/A
Applications
You need to lodge an Application for Audition form (available at
griffith.edu.au/music-audition) with the Conservatorium by
12 August. To apply, youll undertake the same audition process as
for the bachelor degrees. The Certificate in Music Studies is not included
in the QTAC system, so offers of a place will be made directly through
the Conservatorium, around early November. See pages 22-29 for
more information about applications and auditions.
What youll study

This is the path for you if your earlier studies in music have not been
sufficient for entry into an undergraduate degree at the time of your
audition. Youll develop your musical skills and theoretical knowledge
and be prepared for advanced studies in music.
Youll experience an intensive period of study focusing on your primary
area of specialisation in performance or composition. Youll also gain a solid
grounding in the fundamentals of music theory and related musicianship
skills. In addition, youll have access to a selected number of university-level
courses including a course in music literature.
Rank ATAR
N/A
N/A
Youll have full access to the resources of the Conservatorium, including

the expertise of highly qualified and experienced staff, premium facilities
and venues, and a vibrant artistic culture comprising a wide range of
performance events, master classes and workshops.
By completing this certificate with high achievement, youll be eligible to
apply for mid-year entry into an undergraduate music degree program.
However, this is a competitive process subject to the availability of places,
which may be related to numbers in a particular specialist area. For the
purposes of mid-year entry, the end of semester practical study examination
will serve as the audition.
This certificate also provides an opportunity to upgrade your admission
ranking. If you are not offered a degree place mid-year, but wish to continue
studies at the Conservatorium leading up to the next annual audition round in
SeptemberOctober, there will be an opportunity to continue your practical
studies as a single study (non-course) student.
The cost of the certificate for domestic students in 2012 was $5460
($10 760 for international students). Eligible domestic students enrolled
in this certificate will be able to apply for FEE-HELP with no loan fee. Up
to 10CP of courses from the certificate can be used subsequently in an
application for transfer credit towards a degree and no student contribution
charge (previously known as HECS) will be payable.
Related
degrees
Degree
Guide
EducationSecondary (Music) ........................................................................................................... Education

Multimedia* ...................................................................................... Engineering and Information Technology
*Sound Production major offered at South Bank campus and Music Programming and Production
major at Gold Coast campus.
See page 48 for details on how to obtain information on these degrees.
QTAC
UAC
Duration
Code
Campus
DOUBLE DEGREES
Prerequisites
QTAC
Cutoffs 2013
UAC
Music/Business
227782
N/A
S/N
4F
Rank ATAR
START FEB
English (4SA) plus audition and interview.
Applications
What youll study

Combining business and music can help you develop your musical talent
and, at the same time, develop business skills and knowledge needed
to work in the entertainment industry.
Youll undertake music studies at the South Bank campus for the first
two years of this double degree, incorporating a music performance
major and either musicology or music as your second major (or both).
10
OP
Admission to this
degree program is
based on special
entry requirements in
addition to academic
achievement.
Youll complete your third and fourth year at the Nathan campus, where
youll develop core business knowledge and skills. Youll also specialise by
choosing a major. You can choose employment relations, human resource
management, international management, management, or marketing.
Youll be able to pursue a career in music performance and composition,
and be prepared for a variety of roles in the business sector. Youll have
opportunities to combine your skills and work in the business aspects
of the entertainment industry.
Award-winning singer Megan Washington trained in Jazz vocals in her Bachelor of Music at the Conservatorium.
Double degrees with Music
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STAFF PROFILES
Acting Director, Queensland

Conservatorium
and Deputy Director
(Learning and Teaching)
DR DON LEBLER
Dr Don Lebler trained as a drummer in his
youth and began working professionally in
music while still at high school. Membership
of pop groups including the Avengers,
Axiom and the Mixtures took him to Europe
in the late 1960s where he was based until
1974. A desire to be part of the developing
local recording industry brought him back
to Brisbane and a career that included
teaching, performing, and a major focus
on work in recording and television studios.
He started teaching at the Queensland
Conservatorium in 1995 and accepted
a full time position in 2001. His work in
the Bachelor of Popular Music led to an
interest in research, completing a Doctor
of Education in 2007.
Director, Queensland
Conservatorium
Research Centre
PROFESSOR HUIB SCHIPPERS
Professor Huib Schippers has studied
Indian classical music for over 20 years
and been involved in almost all aspects of
music makingperformance, teaching,
philosophy, policy, and research. This led
to a modest but international performance
career, senior positions in music schools
and conservatoires, a range of books on
music, education and musicians, positions
in national bodies such as the Netherlands
Arts Council and Music Council of Australia,
the presidency of the Musicological Society
of Australia, and Directorship of Queensland
Conservatorium Griffith University and
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its Research Centre. Winner of numerous

grants for practical initiatives and research,
Professor Schippers current passion is
musical ecosystemsthe factors that
enable communities to forge musical
futures on their own terms.
Deputy Director (Research)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
SCOTT HARRISON
Associate Professor Scott Harrison
has experience in teaching singing and
music in primary, secondary and tertiary
environments including Head of Music
Theatre and Lecturer in Singing at Central
Queensland University and Head of
Performing Arts at Clairvaux MacKillop
College. He has over 20 years of experience
including performance, opera and music
theatre as both singer and musical
director. He is recognised as a leader in the
research on masculinities and music with
publications including Masculinities and
Music (2008), Male Voices: Stories of Boys
Learning through Making Music (2009)
and International Perspectives on Males
and Singing (2012). Scott is the immediate
past President of the Australian National
Association of Teachers of Singing and
author of Perspectives on Teaching Singing:
Australian Vocal Pedagogues Singing
Their Stories (2010).
Deputy Director
(Gold Coast)
DR DONNA WESTON
From classically trained pianist to studies
in audio engineering, to head of a popular
music degree is not a usual career pathway,
and yet this is exactly the path followed
by Dr Donna Weston. She has a personal
commitment to supporting all kinds of music,
and is passionate about not valuing one

more than anotheras she says, there are
infinite music listeners, and musical venues,
and circumstance in which music takes place;
thank goodness there is plenty of music
to suit all of them. With memberships and
conference presentations for such groups
as the International Association for the
Study of Popular Music, the World Forum
for Acoustic Ecology, and the International
Council for Traditional Music, it is clear that
Dr Weston represents her own motto for
the Conservatorium: we arent just all about
music, were about all music.
Pre-tertiary Studies
DR RALPH HULTGREN
Head of Open Conservatorium
(including Young Conservatorium)
Senior Lecturer
Dr Ralph Hultgren started his career in
music as a trumpet player in the Central
Band of the Royal Australian Air Force.
He has also performed in the Melbourne
Symphony Orchestra and Australian Brass
Choir. His interest in playing eventually
became subservient to a passion for
composition and conducting. He has
premiered a number of his own works
nationally and internationally, and conducted
many fine ensembles both within Australia
and abroadfrom enthusiastic amateurs
to professionals. He is a full writer member
of the Australasian Performing Rights
Association and Australian Mechanical
Copyright Owners Society, and a past
President of the Australian Band and
Orchestra Directors Association.
Brass
GREG AITKEN
Head of Brass Studies
Lecturer in Euphonium
Greg Aitken has extensive brass playing,
teaching, conducting and adjudicating
experience in chamber, band, orchestral, pit,
solo, school and tertiary areas, both within
Australia and internationally. He studied the
trombone at Queensland Conservatorium.
After graduating, he became Trombone
Captain for the 1988 World Expo Marching
Band and performed in Principal Bass and
Tenor Trombone positions with Queensland
Symphony Orchestra. He has performed
with many other ensembles including The
Queensland Orchestra, Adelaide Symphony
Orchestra, and Queensland Philharmonic
Orchestra. He also co-founded the Brass
Music Specialists retail store, which is still
one of Australias most prominent brass
pro shops.
PETER LUFF
Senior Lecturer in French Horn
Peter Luff studied French horn at the
University of Adelaides prestigious Elder
Conservatorium. During his career as a
professional horn player, he has performed
with most of Australias leading professional
orchestras and arts organisations, and is
currently solo horn with the Southern Cross
Soloists and associate principal horn with
the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. As
a member of the advisory council of the
international horn society, Peter is highly
active in the promotion of the French horn,
and in 2010 received the prestigious Punto
Award for his distinguished contribution
and service to the art of horn playing.
Peter has built a strong reputation as a horn

teacher with his students rated amongst
the top in the country, many of which can
be found in professional orchestras both in
Australia and all over the world.
Composition
DR STEPHEN CRONIN
Head of Composition
Stephen Cronin studied composition and
piano at the University of Queensland.
His works have been performed and
commissioned by leading Australian
and overseas groups including various
orchestras, Duo Contemporain, Octomania,
The Seymour Group, Synergy and The Song
Company. Many of his vocal works are
settings of text written by New York
artist Leon Waller. He has received a
Rotary Foundation scholarship, the Percy
Brier Memorial Prize for Music Composition,
the Dalley-Scarlett Memorial Scholarship,
the inaugural Paul Lowin Song Cycle Award,
the A.H. Maggs commission, a Vienna
Modern Masters recording project and
an Australia Council Composer Fellowship.
Recordings of Stephens music appear on
Globe, Tall Poppies, Z.o.o, ABC Classics,
Divine Art, Sunset Music, VoxAustralis,
Innaminka, Anthology of Australian
Music, Vienna Modern Masters and
other independent releases.
DR GERARDO DIRI
Full listing under Music Studies section.
Jazz
STEPHEN NEWCOMB
Head of Jazz
Stephen Newcomb is a recipient of a
Brisbane Lord Mayors Performing Arts
Fellowship. He is co-leader of VNMG
multinational jazz quartet and has
featured in recordings, European tours,
and performances at the International
Association of Jazz Educators conference in
New York and Carnegie Hall. He leads SNO
(Steve Newcomb Orchestra) and is musical
director for the West End Composers
Collective. His works have been recorded
by Queensland Conservatoriums jazz
orchestra Con Artists, as well as numerous
arrangements for albums by Katie Noonan
(including ARIA award winning First Seed
Ripening), West Australian Symphony
Orchestra and Ben Folds, Tim Rogers, Augie
March and Ben Lee. Stephen completed his
doctoral studies at the Manhattan School of
Music with Phil Markowitz and Jim McNeely.
IRENE BARTLETT
Lecturer Jazz/Contemporary Voice
Coordinator Contemporary Voice,
Open Conservatorium and Queensland
Conservatorium
Irene Bartlett has an enduring career
as a contemporary vocalist both as an
independent artist and as featured vocalist
in small combo and big band. She is a past
Master Teacher for the Australian National
Association of Teachers of Singing and is in
demand both nationally and internationally
as a leading pedagogue in contemporary
voice, style and pedagogy. Her past
students include ARIA multi-award winners
Katie Noonan and Megan Washington;
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2012 National Jazz Award winner Kristin

Berardi; 2011 Bell Award for Best Vocal
Jazz Album winner Elly Hoyt; and James
Morrison, Generations in Jazz Scholarships
winners Alessandro Bellino, Katie Wighton
and Megan Crocombe. Her current student
Laura Karlson-Carp and alumni Kristin
Berardi and Katie Wighton were three of
only 10 finalists in the 2012 National Jazz
Awards (Wangaratta Jazz&blues Festival).
He has lectured in music history at the

Sydney College of Advanced Education,
University of New South Wales, and James
Cook University. Garry has served as a
Deputy Director Gold Coast and Head of
Popular Music, Queensland Conservatorium
where he established the Conservatoriums
Gold Coast campus and popular music
programs.
LOUISE DENSON
Full listing under Deputy Director section.
Senior Lecturer in Jazz

Louise Denson is a pianist, composer,
leader of Louise Denson Group, and musical
director/pianist/vocalist in Hot Mambo,
as well as creative collaborator with Ingrid
James (vocalist). She has performed at
Wangaratta Jazz&blues Festival, Melbourne
International Womens Jazz Festival,
Brisbane Festival, Queensland Biennial
Festival of Music, Montreal International
Jazz Festival and other national and
international events.
Popular Music
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
GARRY TAMLYN
Associate Professor of Popular Music
Associate Professor Garry Tamlyn
graduated from the New South Wales
State Conservatorium of Music where he
majored in clarinet performance. Following
postgraduate study in clarinet performance
and electronic music at the University of
Sydney, he completed a Graduate Diploma
in Music Education and a Master of Music
in musicology from the University of New
South Wales. Garry completed his PhD at
the Institute of Popular Music, Liverpool
University with the support of a scholarship.
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DR DONNA WESTON
ROSS WILLIAMS
Lecturer in Popular Music
Ross has enjoyed a varied and interesting
career in the Australian music industry as
a professional musician for over 40 years.
He has worked as Studio Manager and
Director of Artist & Repertoire for a major
international record company and holds a
Bachelor of Music (Jazz Guitar). His strong
industry background combined with his
educational experience and substantial
industry links makes him a natural contender
to undertake the work integrated learning
(WIL) courses available at the Queensland
Conservatorium. Ross currently convenes
courses in Sound and Music theory,
Live Performance, Music Industry and
Management Studies and Popular Music
Production within Griffiths Bachelor of
Popular Music based at the Gold Coast
campus. Ross has enjoyed a successful,
11-year career as a professional educator
and is currently studying toward a Graduate
Certificate in Higher Education. He is still
appearing live regularly in a variety of musical
outfits on both electric and acoustic guitar.
BRENDAN ANTHONY
Brendan Anthony has an established career
as an industry-trained and well-recognised
record producer. After completing his
studies in Music Technology at the
Queensland Conservatorium in 1988,
Brendan went on to Rhinoceros Recordings
Sydney where he worked alongside some
of the worlds biggest bands and producers.
Following this on-the-job training, he began
freelance work in 1991. His list of credits
includes a range of international releases,
demonstrating a wealth of experience
in audio production. Brendan joined the
Conservatorium in 1998, lecturing in audio
production and completing a Graduate
Certificate in Higher Education. He takes
pride in combining intuitive learning projects
with real world techniques and practices.
CALEB JAMES
Caleb James has been producing and
recording musical acts nationally and
internationally for over 20 years. His vast
experience as a songwriter and arranger has
helped many bands and solo artists reach
their potential. His work has been applauded
in Australias most respected publications.
Other accolades include multiple feature
albums on Triple J and high-level exposure
on all major TV and cable television music
shows. He has worked on successful
projects for the US, UK and European
markets. He has toured heavily as a member
of successful independent bands and has
been involved in every major facet of the
music industry, forming distribution and
development labels along the way, which
have launched the careers of successful
Australian bands.
Keyboard
NATASHA VLASSENKO
Head of Keyboard Studies
Senior Lecturer in Piano
Natasha Vlassenko was born in Moscow
and graduated from Moscow Tchaikovsky
Conservatory under Professor Flier. She
pursued postgraduate studies with her
father Professor Lev Vlassenko. Natasha
was a recipient of prestigious Tchaikovsky
Scholarship and a prizewinner of Beethoven
International Piano Competition (Vienna,
Austria) and Busoni International Piano
Competition (Bolzano, Italy). Natasha has
given recitals and master classes in many
countries and has played under the baton
of Rozdestvensky, Pletnev, Osterriher,
Martin, Verbitsky, Chivzel, Hickox and
others. Natasha has recorded for Moscow
radio and television stations, as well as
ABC radio and has released a number of
CDs. The most recent recordings, including
works by Beethoven and Schubert, received
critical acclaim from Fine Music Magazine.
Before coming to Australia, Natasha taught
at the Central Music School of Moscow
Conservatory and is now Head of Keyboard
at Queensland Conservatorium. Many of
her students have won major national and
international competitions including Lance
Coburn, Liam Viney, John Fisher, Adam Herd,
Angela Turner, Briley Cutting. Natasha is the
co-founder and Artistic Director of the Lev
Vlassenko Piano Competitionthe most
significant national piano event.
DR GEMMA CAREY
Head of Pedagogy Studies
Senior Lecturer in Keyboard
Gemma Carey studied at Queensland
Conservatorium, specialising in keyboard.
While performing initially drew her to the
Conservatorium, teaching has become her
passion. Gemma has developed innovative
techniques in learning and teaching,
and has established Pedagogy at both
undergraduate and graduate level and for
community teachers. She completed her
EdD in 2004 and has since established a
reputation as one of Australias foremost
authorities in keyboard pedagogy. Gemma
is a well-known author in the area of
performance pedagogy, curriculum and
learning and teaching.
OLEG STEPANOV
Coordinator of Young Conservatorium
Piano Program
Senior Lecturer in Piano
Oleg Stepanov studied at the Moscow
Tchaikovsky Conservatory under Professor
Lev Vlassenko and went on to become
an Associate Professor there. He has
won the First Prize and Grand Prize at
the prestigious International Competition
(Music de Chambre) in Florence, Italy.
He has performed widely through former
USSR and recorded for Moscow radio and
television, and ABC FM. For a number of
years, he performed with world-renowned
cellist Daniel Shafran and has appeared as
a soloist and ensemble player nationally
and internationally. He has also given
master classes in many countries.
Many of his students have won significant

national and international competitions
including Suzanna Hlinka, Lance Coburn,
John Fisher, Briley Cutting, Ayesha Gough.
Oleg is the co-founder and Artistic Director
of The Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition,
a significant national piano event.
Music studies
DR GERARDO DIRI
Head of Music Studies
Senior Lecturer in Music Theory
and Composition
Gerardo Diris works for electro acoustic
media, chamber ensembles, choir, and the
theatre have been presented in broadcasts
and stages internationally, such as Carnegie
Hall and Town Hall in New York, the National
Theatre in Taipei, the Indiana Repertory
Theatre, Taiwan, the International Music
Festival of Istanbul, Turkey, the Colon
Theatre in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the
Nezahualcoyotl Hall in Mexico, and the
Quito Cathedral in Ecuador, among many
others. His music appears in recordings from
Crystal Records, Melos, Indiana University,
Doblemoon, Eroica Classical Recordings,
Aqua, and his own Retamas Music Editions
label. Further to his career as a composer,
Dr Diri has been an active clarinet player,
bass player, conductor, percussionist, and
Early Music performer.
DR STEPHEN CRONIN
Full listing under Composition section.
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DR BRYDIE-LEIGH BARTLEET
DR DAN BENDRUPS
PROFESSOR HUIB SCHIPPERS
Senior Lecturer in Research

and Literature
Senior Lecturer
Full listing under Director section.
Dr Dan Bendrups is an ethnomusicologist

and popular music scholar with research
interests ranging from traditional Pacific
Island music through to global salsa and
heavy metal scenes. With a background as
a trombone player in a range of commercial
contexts in Australia and internationally,
Dr Bendrups has also produced albums and
writings dealing with improvisation, jazz
performance and the idea of performance
as research.
Strings
Dr Brydie-Leigh Bartleet began studying

the trumpet and by the age of 12 had
performed at the Sydney Opera House.
She studied trumpet, conducting and
research, and went on to coordinate
instrumental music programs in primary
schools and conduct a range of ensembles
from Australia, Thailand, Singapore and
Taiwan. Dr Bartleets passion for research
and community music led her to the
position of Research Fellow on Sound
Links, one of Australias largest studies
into community music. She is a strong
advocate for community music both in
Australia and across the world, serving
as a Commissioner on the International
Society for Music Educations Community
Music Activities Commission and Councillor
on the Music Council of Australia.
DR STEPHEN EMMERSON
Senior Lecturer in Music Literature
Stephen Emmerson studied music at the
University of Queensland under Pamela
Page (piano) and Elizabeth Morgan (viola).
He won the equivalent of the ABCs Young
Performers Awards on the piano in 1980
and, on graduating with his Bachelor of
Music, joined the viola section of the
Queensland Symphony Orchestra. A
Commonwealth Scholarship enabled him
to study at New College Oxford in the
1980s where he was awarded a Masters
and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. He
joined the full-time staff of the Queensland
Conservatorium in 1987 and, though he
never intended a lengthy stay, the everdeveloping environment there keeps him
well stimulated and challenged.
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
SCOTT HARRISON
Full listing under Director section.
PROFESSOR PETER ROENNFELDT

Professor in Music Literature
Professor Peter Roennfeldt has taught
across many areas at the Conservatorium
since the mid-1980s, including his main
interests in music history and keyboard
repertoire. Through his interests in early
music, chamber music and choral music,
he has explored much lesser-known
repertoire through creation of new editions
and local premieres performance. Professor
Roennfeldt has held leadership positions
with the National Council of Tertiary
Music Schools and the Australian National
Choral Association, as well as serving
as Queensland Conservatoriums sixth
Director. He has published and lectured
widely on various topics, and contributed to
the recording project associated with Music
Queensland curated by the State Library.
Professor Roennfeldts monograph on the
history of the Queensland Conservatorium,
Northern Lyrebird: The Contribution to
Music in Queensland by its Conservatorium,
19572007, was published in 2012.
MICHELE WALSH
Head of Strings
Senior Lecturer in Violin
Winner of the prestigious ABC Young
Performers Competition, violinist Michele
Walsh was Concert Master of the Australian
Youth Orchestra before undertaking further
studies in London with distinguished violinist
Szymon Goldberg. Michele has appeared
as soloist with major orchestras in Australia
and performed in the UK, USA, Europe
and South-East Asia. For over a decade,
she was Associate Concertmaster of the
Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Michele
is a founding member of Griffith Trio, which
has toured nationally and internationally.
She is also in demand as guest
concertmaster of Australian symphony
orchestras. Michele is a Board member
of the Australian Youth Orchestra and
Chair of the Artistic committee. Many of
her former students are major competition
prize winners.
GRAEME JENNINGS
Senior Lecturer in Violin and Viola
Graeme Jennings is a former member of
the legendary Arditti String Quartet. He
has toured widely throughout the world,
made more than 70 CDs, given over 300
premieres and received numerous accolades
including the prestigious Siemens Prize
and two Gramophone awards. Active as a
soloist, chamber musician, ensemble leader
and conductor, his repertoire ranges from
Bach to Boulez and beyond.
Graeme is a member of Australias

internationally acclaimed new music
ensemble ELISION as well as the San
Francisco Contemporary Music Players,
the Lunaire Collective and the Kurilpa
String Quartet. He has also performed
as Guest Concertmaster of the Adelaide
and Melbourne Symphony Orchestras
and Guest Associate Concertmaster
with the Sydney Symphony. An alumnus
of the Queensland Conservatorium, he
was awarded the Conservatorium Medal
in 1989 and has received two Australia
Council grants.
JULIAN BYZANTINE
Senior Lecturer in Guitar
Julian Byzantines performances in 77
countries have taken him to many of the
most prestigious musical venues in the
world from Carnegie Hall to Royal Festival
Hall and Sydney Opera House. He has
recorded for EMI/Classics for Pleasure,
Meridian Records, and Walsingham Classics.
His appearances as guest soloist with
major world orchestras include the Royal
Philharmonic and BBC Symphony. He has
collaborated with composers such as
Pierre Boulez, Peter Maxwell Davies, and
Peter Sculthorpe. He is author of Guitar
Technique Rationalised, one of the most
comprehensive publications on guitar
technique. Julian studied at the Royal
College of Music under John Williams and
received scholarships to study with Andrs
Segovia, Julian Bream and Alirio Diaz. At the
age of 21 he was appointed a Professor of
Guitar at the Royal Academy of Music (the
youngest such appointment at that time).
SEBASTIEN LIPMAN
Lecturer in Harp
Sebastien Lipman began his harp studies
at the age of seven, going on to study at
the Paris Conservatoire when he was 16.
He continued his training with the Principal
harpist of the Chicago Symphony, and at
Indiana University, where he completed
the first Artist Diploma in harp with high
honours. He has performed as guest principal
harpist for prominent orchestras in Norway,
London, Malaysia and Japan. He joined the
Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra as solo harpist
under Herbert von Karajan and performed,
toured and recorded extensively with the
worlds leading conductors and soloists.
He has recorded two solos CDs and three
Lipman Harp Duo CDs. The Lipman Harp Duo
has performed over 100 concerts nationally
and internationally. He performs regularly as
a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral
harpist and presents master classes
worldwide including Beijing, Taiwan, Malaysia,
Japan, London, Toronto, and Chicago.
MICHAEL MORGAN
Head of Ensembles
Senior Lecturer in Orchestral Studies/
Double Bass
Michael Morgan graduated from
Philadelphias Curtis Institute of Music. He
has performed in a variety of international
and national orchestras including, as
principal bass, The Metropolitan Opera,
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and
Seattle Symphony Orchestra (also as
Associate Conductor), as well as the
Orchestra della Svizzera Italiana and
Basel Symphony Orchestra.
He has taught at The Juilliard School,

University of Washington and Victorian
College of Arts. Highlights of Michaels
11 years at the Metropolitan Opera include
working with James Levine, Leonard
Bernstein, Erich Leinsdorf, Giuseppe
Patan, and Karl Bhm, to say nothing
of Sutherland, Pavarotti, and Domingo.
MARKUS STOCKER
Senior Lecturer in Cello
Markus Stocker studied under the guidance
of August Wenzinger, the renowned pioneer
of Baroque music practice. Through prizes
and scholarships, he studied in Paris and
USA with masters such as Andre Navarra,
Pierre Fournier and Paul Tortelier. His
concert career has led him to over 50
countries, performing with conductors
such as Paul Sacher, David Zinman, Charles
Dutoit, Franz Welser-Moest and playing
chamber music with Rudolf Serkin, Martha
Argerich, Sandor Vegh, Gidon Kremer
and Wanda Wilkomirska. Principal cellist
in the Winterthur Symphony Orchestra
and member of its String Quartet, Markus
Stocker was appointed Professor at the
Zurich Musikhochschule. Together with his
wife Mei-Lee he runs a biennial cello event,
the Galaxy of Cellos, with 130 participants,
all past and present students. He is a
member of Queensland Conservatoriums
ensemble-in-Residence, Griffith Trio.
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Music Technology
PROFESSOR ANDREW BROWN
Head of Music Technology
Professor of Digital Arts
After Professor Andrew Brown studied
classical and jazz piano at The University of
Melbourne he worked as a keyboard player
in touring bands through the 1980s. During
this time an interest in electronic keyboards
grew into a passion for music technology
more broadly. This passion has fuelled an
academic career in teaching and research at
The University of Melbourne, Queensland
University of Technology, the Australasian
CRC for Interaction Design and now Griffith
University. His current performance practice
is laptop live coding and he is involved in a
range of digital arts practices.
DR KIM CUNIO
Lecturer in Music Technology
Dr Kim Cunio has an extensive history
in music composition, music for moving
image and intercultural and world music.
Kim has worked extensively in Australia
and overseas as a composer, producer and
performer. In recent years, Kim has been
investigating the intersection between
technology and music tradition.
PROFESSOR PAUL DRAPER

Professor in Music Technology
Professor Paul Draper is a jazz musician and
a record producer with an award-winning
doctorate in education. He teaches and
supervises undergraduate, postgraduate
and doctoral degrees and has designed
a range of degrees and courses in music
technology, popular music, multimedia
and research training. He continues to be
recognised for excellence in these areas,
including a 2010 teaching award for higher
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degree research supervision. With 30 years

of experience as a professional musician and
recording studio producer, Professor Draper
designed and realised the Conservatoriums
technology-based learning and research
environments including the state-of-the-art
IMERSD recording studios, the Australian
university sectors premier 5.1 surroundsound recording and post-production facility.
Schuller, Bruno Weil and Jane Glover.

Recent performances have included Bachs
Matthus Passion in Hobart and Auckland
and Johannes Passion in Wellington and
Brisbane, concerts with harpist Marshall
Maguire at the Bangalow Music Festival,
Mendelssohns Elijah with the Queensland
Choir and the first Australian performance
of Haydns opera Lisola disabitata.
MATTHEW HITCHCOCK
ADELE NISBET
Senior Lecturer in Music Technologies
Lecturer in Vocal Studies/Pedagogy
Matt has worked in the music industry as

a performing multi-instrumentalist, artistic
manager, studio owner, recording engineer,
music producer, composer, acoustic
consultant, web designer and software
engineer. He has received awards for
his excellence in teaching by Griffith
University as well as the Carrick Institute,
and has a long track record of successes
in the music industry prior to joining
Queensland Conservatorium.
Soprano Adele Nisbet has had an enduring

relationship with the Queensland
Conservatorium since receiving the
Conservatorium Medal for Excellence.
As a soloist and member of the acclaimed
Australian vocal sextet Jones & Co, she
has enjoyed decades of national and
international performance experience,
alongside extensive teaching, researching,
examining and adjudicating. She has been
a leader within the Australian National
Association of Teachers of Singing, and was
the founding Editor of the journal Australian
Voice. She has served as both National Vice
President and President of the Australian
Voice Association. Adele holds a special
enthusiasm for healthy voice building and
vocal development in young singers and
shares her knowledge and love of all vocal
music with her students.
Vocal and Opera

GREGORY MASSINGHAM
Head of Opera
Senior Lecturer in Voice
As Head of the Opera, Greg Massingham
has directed over 20 operatic works
including Die Zauberflote (Mozart), Les
Mamelles de Tiresias (Poulenc), LEnfant
et les Sortileges (Ravel) and A Midsummer
Nights Dream (Britten). Mr Massingham
also maintains a busy performance schedule
as a concert artist.
He appears regularly as tenor soloist with
major orchestras and Choral Societies
in Australia and New Zealand and has
performed under conductors including
Sir David Willcocks, Sir Charles Mackerras,
Stanislaw Skrowaczewski, Gunther
MARGARET SCHINDLER
Head of Voice
Senior Lecturer in Vocal Studies
Margaret Schindler studied at the
Queensland Conservatorium before
travelling to Belgium, the UK and the USA,
where she studied with renowned voice
teacher Marlena Malas. She has appeared
as soloist with many major orchestras
and performing organisations throughout
Australia, New Zealand and Germany in
opera, concert, song recital and oratorio.

Margaret is an outstanding interpreter of
new music and has premiered and recorded
numerous Australian works. She is a member
of acclaimed chamber ensemble and QPAC
artists-in-residence, Southern Cross Soloists,
and tours nationally and internationally.
Margaret enjoys the creative nexus of
teaching and performing and is currently
completing a Doctor of Musical Arts.
artist and colleague, and the emotion she

imbues in the characters she portrays.
Lisa Gasteen is now living and working
in Brisbane as a teacher and mentor of
Australian singers. She is a Professor of
Opera at Queensland Conservatorium and
is using her wealth of experience as a busy
opera performer both on and off stage
to help aspiring singers on their way.
LISA GASTEEN AO
Professor Emeritus
Practice Professor of Opera

Lisa Gasteen first became known in the lyric
spinto repertoire and rose to worldwide
prominence after becoming the first and
only Australian to win the Cardiff Singer of
the World Competition. She has lived and
worked in the United Kingdom, Italy and
Germany. She has sung at most of the major
opera houses and has performed at Vienna
Staatsoper, the Bastille in Paris and was a
regular guest artist at the Metropolitan
Opera New York and at the Royal Opera
House Covent Garden. Her repertoire
includes the principal female leads in such
operas as Aida, La Forza del Destino, Un
Ballo in Maschera, Don Carlo, Othello, Don
Giovanni,Tosca, Andrea Chenier, Ariadne
auf Naxos, Electra, Salome, Die Frau ohne
Schatten, Lohengrin, Tannhauser, Die
Fliegender Hollander, Tristan und Isolde
and Der Ring des Niebelungen. Some of
the conductors she has worked with include
Simone Young, Antonio Pappano, Lorin
Maazel, Kiril Petrenko, Semyon Bychkov,
Bertrand de Billy, Sir Bernard Haitink, Sir
Charles Mackerras, Esa-Pekka Salonen,
Sebastian Weigle, Donald Runnicles, Franz
Welser Moest, James Levine, Zubin Mehta,
Christof von Dohnanyi and Valery Gergiev.
Lisa is greatly admired in the industry not
only for her poignant voice and exemplary
diction but also for her integrity as an
JANET DELPRATT AM
Professor Janet Delpratt has over 40

years experience teaching at Queensland
Conservatorium. In a distinguished
career, she has contributed to the
Conservatoriums national and international
reputation, receiving an Advance Australia
Award and in 1998, received a Personal
Chair, the first to be given in an Australian
university for excellence in teaching. Her
extensive solo career features oratorio,
chamber music and recital performances
including appearances with most of the
principal orchestras in Australia. She was
Acting Provost and Director of Queensland
Conservatorium from 19931996, was an
Inaugural Fellow of the Womens College,
University of Queensland and received an
Honorary Doctorate from Griffith University
in 2007.
JILLIANNE STOLL
Lecturer in Opera Practice
Jillianne Stoll holds a First Class Honours
degree in Music Performance from the
University of Adelaide. She is a State
winner of the ABC Instrumental and Vocal
Competition. Jill has been a professional
Repetiteur since 1984 has worked as a
member of the music staff at the State
Opera of South Australia, Victorian
State Opera, Opera Australia and Opera
Queensland. She was awarded the Peter

Mitchell Churchill Fellowship and travelled
to the UK and Italy to study. Jill was Head
of Music for Opera Queensland for seven
years and directed their Young Artist
Program. More recently she has acted as
Principal and Guest Vocal Coach for the
OQ Young Artist Program and has taken on
the role of Guest Chorus Master for several
productions. Jill has been an orchestral
member for Brisbane seasons of West Side
Story, Wicked and Dr. Zhivago. She has also
served on the Music Board of the Australia
Council for the Arts and works regularly
with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
Musical Theatre
PAUL SABEY
Head of Musical Theatre
For 23 years Paul was the Director of the
Musical Theatre Programme and Associate
Principal at Mountview Academy of Theatre
Arts, London (one of the premiere courses
for Musical Theatre training in the world).
Whilst studying, his musical First Time was
published by Samuel French Ltd and he made
his European conducting debutconducting
Dido and Aeneas at the Nantes Opera
House, France with the European Chamber
Orchestra and the English National Opera.
Paul is in constant demand as a musical
director, vocal coach, vocal arranger and
regularly gives master classes in musical
theatre. His work has taken him around
the world working with singers, musicians,
as an academic and artistic program
advisor and as a musical director, including
Thailand, America, New Zealand, Denmark,
Sweden, Amsterdam, Singapore, France,
Germany, Malaysia, Italy and Russia. As
a musical director he has directed and
vocally arranged over 60 London West End
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showcases, countless shows and produced

and conducted eight annual Christmas
Concerts at St. Pauls, Covent Garden,
London. Graduates, who have trained under
Paul, can be found performing in musical
theatre, and drama in all media throughout
the world.
Wind
GERHARD MALLON
Head of Wind
Senior Lecturer in Flute
Gerhard Mallon, Kammermusiker
(awarded by City of Nuremberg), has held
the position of Principal Flute with the
Gottinger Symphony Orchestra, Kassel
State Orchestra, Nuremburg Symphony
Orchestra and the Queensland Symphony
Orchestra. He has also been invited to
appear as Guest Principal Flute with leading
orchestras including the Bayreuth Festival
Orchestra, Munich State Orchestra,
Frankfurt Symphony Orchestra, Malaysian
Philharmonic and the Australian Chamber
Orchestra. He was a member of the eminent
German Philharmonic Woodwind Quintet
and the Kammersoloisten Nurnberg which
performed throughout Germany. Gerhard
currently plays with The Queensland
Conservatorium Wind Quintet and the
Byzantine-Mallon Duo which performs
regularly throughout Australia, Europe and
England. He also travels within Australia
and overseas to perform, teach and give
master classes.
EVE NEWSOME
Lecturer in Oboe
Eve Newsome has had a versatile and exciting
career as an orchestral, chamber and solo
player of oboe, oboe damore and cor anglais.
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Several awards allowed her to undertake

advanced oboe study in Europe and
improvisation studies in London. She has
been appointed to orchestral positions in
the Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra, the
Melbourne Symphony and Orchestra Victoria
and guested with the Australian Chamber
Orchestra, the Singapore Symphony and the
Sydney, Adelaide and Queensland Symphony
Orchestras. She is a founding member
of a range of ensembles including the
recently formed Brisbane-based ensemble
The Lunaire Collective, an Ensemble in
Residence at the Conservatorium in 2013.
Eves specialty lies in the flow or optimal
experience in music performance, and she
is currently completing her PhD in this area
at Griffith University.
Percussion
DR VANESSA TOMLINSON
Senior Lecturer in Music
Head of Percussion
Vanessa Tomlinson is a percussionist,
composer, improviser and curator, with a
particular interest in Chinese music, found
sounds, acoustic ecology, and the cultural
history of all things hit. She spends her
time at the Conservatorium running the
percussion department, teaching about
improvisation and contemporary music,
and working with postgraduate students.
One of her great pleasures is working with
the ensembles Ba Da Boom Percussion and
the New Music Ensemble making brand new
compositional ideas come to life, whether
a performance on scaffolding, performance
in the bush or performances in concert
halls. In her spare time Vanessa co-directs
the magical sound-making world of APRA
award winning group, Clocked Out.
Adjunct and
Honorary
Appointments
Dr Ruth Bridgstock
Dr Rebecca Coyle
Professor Emeritus Janet Delpratt
Professor Paul Grabowski
Professor Russel Gray
Dr Erik Griswold
Professor Peter Taylor
Dr Philip Truman
Sessional staff
Music studies
Greig, Julie
Howard, Gregg
OBryan, Jessica
ORegan, Jade
Ross, Brendan
Said, Claire
Simmonds, Juanita
Sunderland, Naomi
Turner, Angela
Yen, Anna
Music technology
Barrett, Lloyd
Coraza, David
English, Lawrence
James, Caleb
Laughton, Peter
Ridgeway, Emily
Roberts, Doug
Jazz
Ambrose, Kym (vibraphone)
Berardi, Kristin (voice)
Clark, Jamie (guitar)
Hannan, Shane (trombone, trumpet)
Hoffman, John (trumpet)
Hollamby, Nick (voice)
Hudson, Paul (drums)

Hurren, Isaac (saxophone)
McDonald, Garry
McLaughlin, Joseph (jazz guitar)
McNaughton, Andrew (trumpet)
Meyers (literature)
Parker, John (drums)
Russell, Helen (bass)
Ryan-McLaughlin, Lisa (voice)
Spicer, David (piano)
Stefulj, John (saxophone)
Usher, Jeff (piano)
Walters, Peter (bass)
Wren, Toby (guitar)
Yedid, Yitzhak (piano)
Strings
Ensembles
Connolly, Margaret (violin)

Crouch, Bridget (viola)
Curro AM MBE, John (viola)
Farrell, Matthew (violin)
Hagon, Madeline (string pedagogy)
Heckenberg, Marian (double bass)
Lale, David (cello)
Morgan, Elizabeth (string pedagogy,
violin and viola)
Smith, Allan (violin)
Smith, Paulene (violin)
Stocker, Mei-Lee (cello)
Many of the part-time staff listed

previously participate in our extensive
ensemble program, along with:
Cox, Emily (choral ensembles)
Composition
OKelly, Tom
Omote, Nozomi
Brophy, Gerard
Griswold, Erik
Jin, Josephine
Keyboard
Flemming, Jenni (piano)
Horwitz, Leah (piano)
Selmon, Dr Diane (piano)
Turner, Angela (piano)
Wakeling, Jennifer (piano)
Voice
Barry-Smith, Jason (lecturer in voice)
Hughes, Elke (lecturer, Introduction to
Languages, French for Singers,
German for Singers)
Hulcombe, Michelle (lecturer in voice)
Miglioli, Rosalia (lecturer, Italian for Singers)
Ward OBE, Joseph (lecturer in voice)
Wind
Bobart, Barry (saxophone)
Catchlove, Brian (clarinet)
Lewis, Evan (bassoon)
Meagher, Sarah (recorder)
Mitchell, David (bassoon)
Silver, Irit (clarinet)
Williams, Floyd (clarinet)
Percussion
Brass
Allely, Thomas (tuba)
Barker, William (euphonium)
Clark, Ysolt (French horn)
Coyle, Tom (trombone)
Madden, Richard (trumpet)
Marks, Ben (trumpet)
Redman, Jason (trombone)
Ryan, Phil (trumpet)
Stewart, Malcolm (French horn)
Wilson, Iaan (trumpet)
Wilson, Sarah (trumpet)
Popular Music
Brown, Dave
Churchill, Christina
Cooper, Guy
Coraza, David
McCoy, Narelle
McDonald, Garry
McDuff, Mark
McGahan, Geoff
McLaughlin, Joseph
Smith, Garry
Sunderland, Naomi
Voss, Brett
Musical Theatre
Agnew, Melissa (voice and speech)
Ashenden, Geoffrey (singing lessons)
Atkins, Shannon (tap)
Clarke, John (jazz)
Cooper, Meghan
De Haas, Simone
Foy, Kathryn
Moore, Helena (jazz)
OBryan, Jessica (singing)
Peek, John (singing)
Samer, Matthew (song presentation)
Sandurski, John (ballet)
Shorey, Megan (singing)
Volker, Luke (singing)
Accompanists
Favell, Justine (ensemble)
French, Narelle (vocal and opera)
Fulcher, Michael (vocal and opera)
Grindrod, Daniel (jazz)
Jones, Hilary (vocal studio, opera repetiteur)
Leigh, Mitchell (instrumental)
Lingwood, Dale (jazz)
Marschke, Norma (vocal studio,
opera repetiteur)
Murtagh, Brendan (vocal studio, opera
repetiteur and musical theatre)
Witham, Sue (instrumental)
Woods, John (vocal studio, opera repetiteur)
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HOW DO I APPLY?
Domestic applicants
Applicants to the Conservatoriums
degrees are selected based on various
requirements, which may include
satisfactory results in an audition, written
or oral interview, presentation of folio,
Conservatorium-administered tests of
musical knowledge and ability, as well as
academic achievement. Carefully check the
specific requirement for the degree/s you
wish to apply for entry into. You must apply
in the year before beginning studies at the
Conservatorium. See page 26 for more
details about auditions.
Application for Audition forms are available
at griffith.edu.au/music-audition or from:
Student Administration
Queensland Conservatorium
South Bank campus, Griffith University
140 Grey Street
PO Box 3428, South Brisbane Qld 4101
Telephone: +
61 (0) 1800 677 728
(Toll free)
Email: Future Students via AskUs:
griffith.edu.au/ask-us
Application for Audition forms must be
submitted by 12 August (QTAC applicants)
or 19 August (UAC applicants).
A non-refundable registration fee of AU$45
(or $90 if Musical Theatre is included) per
applicant applies and should be submitted
with the Application for Audition form.
You can explore further information by
going to our Future Students website
at griffith.edu.au/future-students
and selecting Music.
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A QTAC or UAC application must also be

submitted by the 27 September 2013.
QTAC information is available from:
QTAC
PO Box 1331, Milton Qld 4064
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3368 1166
Facsimile: +61 (0)7 3367 1164
Website: qtac.edu.au
QUEENSLAND YEAR 12 STUDENTS

AND INTERSTATE
YEAR 12 STUDENTS
If youre a current Queensland or interstate
Year 12 student, you can apply by lodging
an application via QTACs Twelve To
Tertiary (TTT) online application service
qtac.edu.au
NEW SOUTH WALES YEAR 12

STUDENTS
If youre a current New South Wales Year 12
student, youll receive a 2014 UAC Guide
through your school. This guide includes
Griffith degrees offered at the Gold Coast
campusuac.edu.au
OTHER AUSTRALIAN APPLICANTS

All other applicants who are Australian
or New Zealand citizens or Australian
permanent residents, including candidates
for the Queensland External Senior
Examination, can apply by lodging an
application using QTACs Apply by Web
online application serviceqtac.edu.au
SPECIAL TERTIARY ADMISSIONS

TEST (STAT)
If youre 21 years of age and older and
dont have any formal qualifications or
your results are insufficient for entry,
you can nominate for the Special Tertiary
Admissions Test (STAT). Details are on
the QTAC websiteqtac.edu.au
International applicants
All international students completing an
Australian Year 12 study course should
apply on a full-fee basis through QTAC.
All other international applicants must:
complete an Application for Admission as
an International Student form (available
from Griffith International website
griffith.edu.au/international)
submit certified copies of academic
records (transcripts) and qualifications
and any record of experience. Include
course outlines of relevant courses if
applying for credit
submit a certified copy of English
language proficiency test results
(not more than two years old)
pay the application fee by credit card or
bank draftpayable to Griffith University
International Office
submit a DVD (instrumental and
vocal candidates)
or
submit a folio of work (composition,
or music technology applicants)
or
submit a folio of work on CD and an
instrumental or vocal performance
on DVD (popular music applicants).
See page 26 for more information about
auditions.
Note. There is no deadline for international
applicants making an application with a
recorded audition; however, it is advisable
to apply by 31 October for Semester 1
entry the following year.
All international applications should be

submitted to:
International Office
Nathan campus, Griffith University
170 Kessels Road Nathan Qld 4111
AUSTRALIA
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
REQUIREMENTS
If you are an international applicant or
your previous study was undertaken in a
language other than English, you will need
to meet English language requirements.
The minimum English language
requirements are as follows:
a minimum overall band score of 6.0 on
IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of
less than 5.5
or a minimum score of 550 on TOEFL
NOTIFICATION OF ADMISSION
The Conservatorium makes its offers
through QTAC, in either the December
early round or the January major round.
International students are advised of their
result by Griffith International after the
application has been assessed.
Students are required to be at the
Conservatorium for Orientation to be
held in February 2014.
Bonus entry options

YEAR 12 BONUS ADMISSION
SCHEME
We award bonus ranks for subjects and
studies that you complete in high school
that require a high level of skill and
knowledge. As a current Year 12 student,
you can receive:
or no score less than 3 in each skill of

the ISLPR (conducted by GELI or ISLPR
Language Services only)
two bonus admissions ranks for passing

Maths C (or equivalent)
two bonus admission ranks for passing
a Language other than English (LOTE)
one bonus admission rank for passing an
approved university level course (subject).
or a minimum grade of C on the Cambridge

Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
The bonus ranks are automatically applied

through QTAC or UAC.
or a minimum grade of C on the Cambridge

Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
or a minimum score of 54 in the Pearson
Test of English (Academic).
You can receive a maximum of five bonus

admission ranks from this scheme. Bachelor
of Medical Science (MBBS) and Bachelor of
Oral Health in Dental Science are excluded
from the Bonus Admissions Scheme.
English test results must be no more than

two years old.
Find out more at griffith.edu.au/

undergraduate-admissions
or an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score

of 79 (no score less than 19)
If you do not meet these English language

requirements, you can enrol in Griffith
English Language Institute (GELI) programs
or other programs offered in Brisbane, in
consultation with the Conservatorium.
GOLD COAST AND LOGAN

CAMPUS PRIORITY ACCESS
SYSTEM
If you live in Gold Coast City, Logan City,
Ipswich City, the Scenic Rim, Redland City,
Tweed Shire, Ballina and Casino region
(defined by postcode) and have not studied
at university before, youll be given a bonus
of one OP band, two Ranks or two ATARs
when you apply for degrees at the Gold
Coast and Logan campuses.
Certain degrees (such as oral health and
medical science) are excluded from this
scheme. You dont need to apply for priority
access, you just need to complete your
QTAC or UAC application.
Alternative entry options

TAFE ADMISSION SCHEME
When you graduate with an Australian
Qualifications Framework diploma or
advanced diploma from an Australian
TAFE Institute or the Southbank Institute
of Technology, youll be given special
admission ranks through our TAFE
Admission Scheme.
Youll receive guaranteed direct entry
for many of our degrees.
Visit griffith.edu.au/pathways or
email tafe-credit@griffith.edu.au to
find out more, including which degrees
are included in the scheme.
You may also be eligible for a credit transfer
if you are completing a diploma or advanced
diploma at an Australian TAFE Institute.
Find out more at griffith.edu.au/credit
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HOW DO I APPLY? CONT.
CERTIFICATE IV IN ADULT
TERTIARY PREPARATION
QUEENSLAND INSTITUTE OF
BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
The Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary

Preparation (CATP), delivered by TAFE
and various private providers, provides an
alternative entry pathway to university
for adults. The certificate is independent
of the high school system. Youll be trained
in the knowledge and skills needed for
successful university study and be able to
acquire prerequisites for specific Griffith
University degrees. CATP graduates are
eligible to apply for direct entry to many
Griffith degrees. To find out more, email
tafe-credit@griffith.edu.au
If you havent achieved the OP or Rank

you were expecting, missed out on the
degree of your choice, or are looking for
alternative ways to get into university, you
might consider completing a diploma at
the Queensland Institute of Business and
Technology (QIBT).
CONTINUING EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
If you dont achieve the OP or Rank
that you need to study your choice of
undergraduate degree, you might consider
completing one of our non-award certificate
programs. These programs provide an
alternative pathway into university and are
suitable for people just out of school, as well
as those who left school some time ago.
Youll study the same courses as our degree
students part-time, usually for one year,
to experience the university environment.
Once youve successfully completed your
certificate, youll receive a special boosted
Rank that can be used for entry into a
Griffith degree, and where relevant,
receive full credit for your certificate
studies towards your degree.
QIBT, located at the Mt Gravatt and

Gold Coast campuses, offers diplomas
that include courses of a comparable
nature to some of our bachelor degrees.
After successfully completing the diploma,
you are able to enter the related Griffith
University bachelors degree and complete
within an additional two or three years.
QIBT is an accredited higher education
provider, which provides eligible students
access to the Australian Government loan
scheme, FEE-HELP, to pay tuition fees.
Visit qibt.qld.edu.au to find out more.
UNI-START
The Uni-Start scheme gives schoolleavers and non school-leavers who are
educationally and financially disadvantaged
bonus ranks to assist them in gaining
admission to the course of their choice.
All Uni-Start applicants will be considered
for a range of scholarships. See page 32
of this guide for scholarship information.
For information on the full range of

certificate programs and details on
application procedures, visit
griffith.edu.au/certificate-programs
or telephone 1800 677 728.
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OPEN UNIVERSITIES AUSTRALIA

In conjunction with Open Universities
Australia (OUA), we offer distance studies
in arts, business, communication, and
criminology and criminal justice. OUA entry
requirements enable anyone to study a
degree, while offering greater flexibility
in structure through the wide range of
courses available.
We also offer Commonwealth supported
places (CSP) through OUA under the
Bachelors of Arts, Business, Communication,
and Criminology and Criminal Justice. After
completing and passing four courses with
OUA (that contribute towards the degree
requirements), you can apply for a CSP place.
OUA students have the option to complete
shorter qualifications at certificate and
diploma level or complete individual subjects
from any of the OUA institutions. With four
enrolment entry points, OUA gives you
greater flexibility to plan an individual study
routine or fast track your degree.
Visit griffith.edu.au/oua or telephone
+61 (0)7 3382 1999 to find out more.
GUESTS
The Griffith University Early Start to
Tertiary Studies (GUESTS) program offers
high-achieving senior high school students
the opportunity to study a course (subject)
at Griffith while still at school. Successful
students are eligible for guaranteed entry
into most degree programs.
Visit griffith.edu.au/guestsprogram for
more information.
Morgan Pratt and Jenna Pankratz both entered Griffith

through the TAFE Admission Scheme. I would never have
considered going to uni if it wasnt for the dual pathway
program, Jenna said.
Application options
DEFERMENT
TRANSFER
CREDIT
Deferment is not available for

Conservatorium degrees. If you are unable
to accept an offer, you will need to reapply
the following year.
New students have the option to transfer

from one degree to another, before the
start of the next semester. This gives you
the opportunity to start your studies in
one degree and then transfer to another of
your choiceas long as you meet the entry
requirements for the new degree. We also
offer mid-year transfers to some degrees.
Youll be granted credit towards your

degree for approved prior learning for
relevant studies (or other demonstrated
learning achievement) completed in the
previous 10 years.
Go to griffith.edu.au/credit to find
out more.
Study pathways overview

There are several ways to enter university, as well as various pathway options available as you progress through your studies.
School studies
Year 11
or equivalent
Pre-degree studies
Undergraduate degrees
Certificate IV adult
preparatory program
TAFE, QIBT and other
private providers
Bachelor
with honours
degrees
Year 12 or equivalent or
work experience
Bachelors degrees
Continuing education
certificate programs
DiplomasQIBT,
TAFE and other
private providers
Postgraduate degrees
Postgraduate
research studies
PhD
Masters by research
Postgraduate
coursework studies
Masters
Graduate diplomas
Graduate certificates
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AUDITIONS
Application for
audition
All Queensland Conservatorium applicants
must complete an audition application.
Application for Audition forms are available
at griffith.edu.au/music-audition or from
the contact details given on page 22:
Application for Audition forms must be
submitted by 12 August (QTAC applicants)
or 19 August (UAC applicants).
After all audition forms have been
processed, candidates will be informed
of their audition date and time in writing.
Bachelor of Music Technology applicants
will not be required to attend a live audition
but may be invited for an interview.
Some areas permit applicants who are

genuinely unable to travel to Brisbane (for
example international applicants) to submit
a good quality audition video or audio
recording. The recording must be dated and
certified as being an unedited performance
by the applicant and signed by the person
in charge of the recording session. Please
contact the Conservatorium to check which
areas permit recordings.
It may also be possible for individual
auditions to be arranged at other times
during the year, for applicants travelling
to Brisbane on other business. However,
this cannot be guaranteed. Please contact
the Conservatorium well in advance. The
Conservatorium may hold auditions in
Sydney and Melbourne in 2013. Details will
be available via Future Students Ask Us at
griffith.edu.au/ask-us
The audition session for undergraduate entry

in 2014 will be held from 30 September
4 October 2013 in Brisbane and the Gold
Coast (Popular Music only), Queensland.
Note. Applicants must be available for
audition all days during this period.
International applicants
International applicants may submit a good
quality audition recording on DVD. It must
be dated and certified as being an unedited
performance by the applicant and signed
by the person in charge of the recording
session. It may also be possible for live
auditions to be arranged during the year.
Please contact the Griffith International in
advance. The audition requirements vary
according to the type of program you wish
to apply for.
Annual student operas such as The Rakes

Progress, which starred Kang Wang and Rebecca
Cassidy, are full-scale productions that engage
the talents and skills of students from all of the
Conservatoriums disciplines and study areas.
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Audition
requirements
Bachelor of Music
CLASSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Youll be required to complete:
1. a performance audition based on three
contrasting pieces of your choice. Not all
pieces will necessarily be heard and not
all pieces will be heard in their entirety.
Some instrumental areas may require
a quick-study piece or a sight-reading
example. Some instrumental areas may
prescribe one or more set pieces.
2. an interview in which youll be asked
about your directions and goals,
musical experience, musical knowledge,
general education and other relevant
matters. You may present a resume of
achievements and experience at the
interview, if you wish. Together the
playing audition and interview will last
about 1520 minutes.
3. a Diagnostic Test for Music Theory and
Aural Skills to be conducted either online
or at the Conservatorium.
CLASSICAL VOICE
1. A performance audition based on two
contrasting pieces of your choice (it is
important that these be within vocal
capabilities but showing potential).
Pieces will not necessarily be heard
in their entirety.
2. An interview in which youll be asked
matters. You may present a resume
of achievements and experience at
the interview, if you wish. The playing
audition and interview will together last
about 1520 minutes.
3. A Diagnostic Test for Music Theory and
COMPOSITION (INCLUDING JAZZ)

If youre focused on writing popular songs
you should apply for the Bachelor of
Popular Music rather than the Composition
specialty in the Bachelor of Music program.
As a Composition applicant, youll be
required to:
1. Submit a folio comprising three or more
of your compositions or equivalent
evidence of musical creativity. Various
media may be used and recordings
included, if available. Each item should be
of reasonable length, depending on the
nature and context of the composition
(e.g. 30 bars or more, or one or more
minutes). You must bring the folio with
you on the day of your audition interview.
2. Complete an interview in which youll

be asked about your directions and
goals, musical experience, musical
knowledge, general education and
other relevant matters. You may
present a resume of achievements
and experience at the interview.
JAZZ INSTRUMENTS
1. A performance audition based on three
contrasting pieces. At least one of
these should demonstrate an ability to
improvise over a common jazz form such
as blues or a 32-bar standard tune. Not
all pieces will necessarily be heard in
their entirety. Use of pre-recorded or live
accompaniment is acceptable. Audition
repertoire can be contrasting in terms
of tempo and mood; style (swing, bossa
nova, samba, ballad, funky); form (blues,
32-bars, other lengths); and tonality
(major, minor, blues).
Suggested Jazz repertoire:
Blues: Nows the Time, C-Jam Blues,
Centrepiece, Sonny, Moon for Two.
Bossa nova: Black Orpheus, Blue Bossa,
Gentle Rain, Recordame, Perdido, any
composition by Antonio Carlos Jobim.
Standards: Autumn Leaves,
Summertime, Beautiful Love, God Bless
the Child, Stormy Weather, Misty, Take
the A Train, any standard by Porter,
Gershwin, Berlin, Schwartz, Rodgers,
Ellington, Arlen, Kern, etcetera.
Jazz drummers may include a snare
drum study as one of the pieces.
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AUDITIONS CONT.
Saxophonists may include an etude

(for example, Lennie Niehaus, Jim
Snidero) as one of the pieces.
Pianists may include a transcription
(for example, Dave Brubeck, Bill Evans)
as one of the pieces.
You may be asked to sight-read.
matters. You may present a resum
about 1520 minutes.
JAZZ VOICE
MUSICAL THEATRE
Youll be required to complete a possible

two phases:
1. A performance audition based on three

contrasting pieces. Youll need to show
through your repertoire selection an
interest in improvising in a jazz style and
may be asked to solo over a blues form.
Audition repertoire can be contrasting in
terms of tempo and mood; style (swing,
bossa nova, samba, ballad, funky, popular,
music theatre); form (blues, 32-bars, other
lengths); and tonality (major, minor, blues).
At least two of the repertoire selections
should be a blues or jazz standard in the
style of such artists as Ella Fitzgerald,
Sarah Vaughan, Diana Krall, Frank Sinatra,
Tony Bennett or Kurt Elling. A jazz
standard is virtually any song by Gershwin,
Porter, Berlin, Rodgers, Arlen, Schwartz
and Ellington. Use of pre-recorded or live
accompaniment is acceptable.
matters. You may present a resume
about 1520 minutes.
Phase 1
Dance: Following a warm-up and basic
technical exercises youll be taught a short
routine that youll present to the panel.
Singing: Youll present one song to the panel
(due to time limitations, a vocal warm-up
will not be provided as part of the audition.
You should come prepared). However, you
should prepare two singing pieces from the
Musical Theatre repertoire. These should
last no longer than 2 minutes eachnot be
from the classical repertoire (this includes
Opera); not be accompanied by a backing
track; be performed in the key in which
theyre written (the pianist will not transpose
at sight, into a different key); give you the
opportunity to act through the content of
the words as well as to sing the tune.
Depending on your Phase 1 audition, you
may be asked to return for Phase 2.
Phase 2
Acting: Youll present two acting pieces
to the panel. These pieces should: last no
longer than 2 minutes each; only be from
published plays; not be extracts from
poems or novels; and one piece must be
modernafter 1945.
Voice: Your spoken voice will be considered
during the performance of your acting pieces.
Singing: Youll present your second song to
the panel.
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Bachelor of Music
Technology
You will not have an audition but you may
be asked to attend an interview. Youll also
be required to provide:
a portfolio of original works consisting of
one (single) 1545 minute CD or CD-R
of music that youve recorded/created,
together with a technical description of
each work on the CD. This description
should include a brief overview of the
technical set-up, a brief discussion of any
problems encountered, the solutions to
these problems, and an evaluation of the
overall resultsaesthetic considerations
are important. (The written component
should be approximately 12 pages for
each work included on the CD. Multiple
works can be discussed jointly as a single
project; however, more than one project
is desirable.)
a written resum of achievements and
experience
a written statement of your career aims
and goals (one page).
The recordings should be clearly identified

and attached securely within the overall folio
submission. The resum of achievements
and experience should:
be submitted in a format no larger than A4
clearly identify all your significant details
including name, address, telephone
number and email address
provide a detailed outline of relevant
music and technology experience,
knowledge and opportunities, career
goals, general education, and other
supporting information
present a complete listing of audio titles
presented in the recording folio, together
with composition, recording credits and
supporting information as necessary to
fully describe the work.
You must submit the recording folio and
resum to Student Administration at the
Conservatorium by Friday, 27 September
2013. Interviews, if required, will be held
during the week of 30 September
4 October 2013. Folios are not returned.
You should be ranked on academic standing
(OP), have a Sound Achievement in Year 12
English and a Sound Achievement in either
Maths A, B or C. If youre an applicant over
the age of 21, you can sit the Special Tertiary
Admittance Test (STAT) through QTAC.

Youll be required to:
1. Complete an interview in which youll be
asked about your musical directions and
goals, musical experience and knowledge,
familiarity with audio hardware and/or
software, general education, and other
relevant matters. You should provide a
resume of achievements and experience
at the interview.
2. Present a recording folio on CD as well as
a live instrumental or vocal performance.
The CD should be accompanied by
documentation describing the your
contribution, for example, writing,
recording, performance.
The recorded folio and live performance
can include covers but original compositions
are preferred. For the live performance, you
should prepare three contrasting pieces
and include original material. Collaborative
compositions are acceptable. Pieces will not
necessarily be heard in their entirety. You
should bring the folio with you on the day
of your audition interview. Components one
and two will last about 20 minutes.
Certificate in Music Studies

As an applicant to this certificate, youll
complete the same audition, interview and
test requirements as for the Bachelor of
Music (see page 27 for Bachelor of Music
audition details).
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WHAT WILL MY
STUDY COST?
International students
Commonwealth supported students

Most Australian students who are studying undergraduate degrees are recognised
as Commonwealth supported students. This means you pay a student contribution
each semester and the majority of the cost of your education is met by the
Australian Government.
The student contribution charge for each course (subject) varies depending on
the discipline area (Band) in which the course belongs. The table below shows the
annual charge for full-time students in 2013. In some degrees, you may study courses
from more than one band, so your fees could vary. Part-time study reduces the
figures proportionally.
Student
Contribution Band
Disciplines in each band
2013 contribution
(per EFTSL)**
Band 1
Humanities, Behavioural Science, Social

Studies, Education*, Clinical Psychology,
Foreign Languages, Visual and Performing
Arts, Nursing*
$5868
Band 2
Mathematics, Statistics, Computing, Built

Environment, Other Health, Allied Health,
Science, Engineering, Surveying, Agriculture
$8363
Band 3
Law, Accounting, Administration, Economics,

Commerce, Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary
Science
$9792
* Special transitional arrangements may apply.

Please refer to griffith.edu.au/tuition-fees-charges for more information.
** EFTSL means equivalent full-time student load. This is usually 80 credit points or
four courses per semester and will vary depending on the degree studied. The amounts
shown represent the student contribution for full-time enrolment for one year.
The student contribution amount is subject to Consumer Price Index (CPI) increases.
Visit griffith.edu.au/tuition-fees-charges to find out more about fees and charges
at Griffith.
HECS-HELP
HECS-HELP is a government loan that, depending on your citizenship or residency status,
allows you to defer the costs of your study and pay your student contribution when you
are earning more. You repay your HECS-HELP debt through the tax system.
You can also choose to pay all or part (a minimum $500) of your student contributions
up front and receive a 10 per cent discount.
For more information, visit studyassist.gov.au or call the HECS helpline on
1800 020 108 for an information booklet.
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To find out about fees for international

students, contact Griffith International:
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3735 7200
Email:
international@griffith.edu.au
Financial assistance
Once you are at university, our welfare
officers can help you plan budgets, apply for
loans and equity schemes (if you qualify),
find a part-time job, or explore other financial
options, such as Centrelink payments.
Visit humanservices.gov.au for information
about Centrelink.
STUDY MATERIALS
All degrees
Queensland Conservation
GENERAL COSTS
AUDITION FEE
Textbooks/reading materials (per semester per degree)...... $550$1100
Audition application feeBachelor of Music (Musical Theatre)............ $90
Stationery, photocopying, printing costs

(per semester per degree)..................................................................... $20$100
Audition application feeOther Conservatorium degrees...................... $45
Transport to and from campus (e.g. bus/train fare or fuel)

Varies, depending on where you live
EQUIPMENT COST
Own instrument (other than drum kit, keyboard or piano)
Varies, depending on instrument
Please note: all prices are in Australian dollars. These prices are indicative only, and may be subject to change.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Our scholarships, which are some of the most rewarding and supportive in Australia, make studying
at university easier. We offer more than 700 scholarships, with a total value of $8 million.
You can apply for and receive more than

one scholarship. To apply online, and for
more details about scholarships, visit
griffith.edu.au/scholarships or email
scholarships@griffith.edu.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander scholarships
Make sure you check the closing

dates carefully, as these vary between
scholarships. Most scholarship applications
open the week beginning 15 July 2013.
INDIGENOUS COMMONWEALTH
SCHOLARSHIPS
We offer a range of scholarships for

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Indigenous Access scholarshipsvalued

at $4659 (first semester only)
Indigenous Education Costs
scholarshipsvalued at approximately
$9876 over four years
Indigenous Accommodation
$19 756 over four years
NEVILLE BONNER SCHOLARSHIPS

A memorial scholarship (valued at
approximately $2500 each) awarded to
commencing students who have overcome
adversity to continue their education into
the tertiary arena.
PATIENCE THOMS INDIGENOUS

AUSTRALIAN (HONOURS/
POSTGRADUATE) SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships (valued at approximately
$4000 each for one year) are awarded to
students who have shown high academic
achievement in their undergraduate
studies and to help them to continue their
academic studies into the honours and
postgraduate levels.
ARROW ENERGY ABORIGINAL

AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER
SCHOLARSHIPS
Arrow Energy Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander Action Plan aims to build mutually
beneficial relationships with Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and
provide support in the areas of education,
training and employment. As part of this
commitment, Arrow Energy is providing
Griffith University with three $30 000
scholarships.
Visit griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-studentsupport-unit to find out more about
scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander students.
With the assistance of a George Alexander

Foundation Accommodation Scholarship, helping
young people from rural communities, Music
student Paul Black appreciates the opportunity
to study away from home but also to concentrate
solely on his daily practice and study.
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Academic scholarships
Equity scholarships
DEANS SIR SAMUEL GRIFFITH

SCHOLARSHIPS
UNI-START
Valued at approximately $60 000

($12 000 per year for up to five years),
this scholarship includes membership to the
Griffith Honours College. To be eligible to
apply, you must achieve a result that places
you at the very top of the OP1 band
(including IB and interstate equivalent ATAR).
You must also have Griffith University listed
as your first or second preference on your
QTAC or UAC application.
SIR SAMUEL GRIFFITH

SCHOLARSHIPS
Valued at approximately $24 000
($6000 per year for up to four years),
this scholarship includes membership of
the Griffith Honours College. You must
have a score of OP1 to 3 (including IB and
interstate equivalent ATAR) to be eligible to
apply; however, if youre expecting an OP4
to 6 (including IB and interstate equivalent
ATAR) and have exceptional personal
achievements, you are also encouraged
to apply.
Accommodation
scholarships
GEORGE ALEXANDER
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships (valued at approximately
$22 500 over three years, covering
on-campus accommodation costs) help
talented young people, particularly those
from rural and regional communities,
who are planning to live in one of Griffith
Universitys residential colleges.
Uni-Start, Griffiths integrated Equity

Admission and Scholarship Scheme, helps
students from a low socio-economic
background or who have limited
opportunities to access and participate
in undergraduate studies.
These scholarships include:
Chancellors Education Costs
$9876 over four years
Chancellors Accommodation
$19 756 over four years
Uni-Start Transition Grantvalued at
approximately $200
Widening Participation Education Costs
scholarshipsvalued at $2200 for
one year
Widening Participation Accommodation
scholarshipsvalued at $4400 for
one year
Dell Computer Equity scholarships
valued at approximately $3500 each.
START-UP SCHOLARSHIPS
University students receiving income
support provided through Youth Allowance,
Austudy and ABSTUDY will be entitled to
an annual Student Start-up Scholarship
through Centrelink. This includes university
students who are assisted under veterans
schemes. Students will need to contact
Centrelink for further information.
Sports and other

scholarships
GRIFFITH SPORTS EXCELLENCE
SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships are offered to elite
athletes who have excelled in their chosen
sport and achieved a high standard in
their academic studies. They are valued at
approximately $20 000 over four years.
ADAM SCOTT FOUNDATION

SPORTS BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship provides life opportunities
for commencing or continuing students
who have been accepted into the Bachelor
of Business (Sport Management).
LOGAN COMMUNITY BANK

(BENDIGO BANK) SCHOLARSHIPS
Logan Community Bank Bendigo Bank is
committed to supporting youth through
various initiatives, including annual
scholarships programs. Two scholarships
will be awarded to students offered a place
at the Logan campus. They are valued at
$15 000 over three years.
Study area scholarships

Griffiths schools and faculties offer
scholarships for particular study areas,
which are tailored to meet specific
degree and school/faculty requirements.
External scholarships
Scholarships are also offered by external
sponsors and companies to study at
Griffith, which vary in value and duration.
Further information
Please visit griffith.edu.au/scholarships for
more information regarding all scholarships
available to Griffith students.
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GRIFFITH
HONOURS
COLLEGE
Bachelor of Music (Jazz Voice) student Luara Karlson-Carp
was awarded an equity scholarship and is a member of the
Griffith Honours College.
If youre a high achieving student, the Griffith Honours College can help you reach your full potential.
Youll have opportunities to enrich your university experience through mentoring, international experiences,
leadership roles and community engagement activities.
The Griffith Honours College produces

highly sought-after graduates with
the specialist knowledge and broad
management skills needed to become chief
executive officers, researchers, educators,
creators and community leaders.
As a Griffith Honours College student,
you will:
take part in regular one-on-one sessions
with a mentor wholl guide you through
university and help you achieve your
career goals
gain a global perspective by studying
and participating in events or working
overseas for a few weeks, months or
a year
lead and support local, national and
international community events
be recognised as a high achieving student
in the Griffith community.
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Am I eligible?
How do I apply?
Applications to the Griffith Honours College

are open to school leavers and non-school
leavers who are undertaking their first
undergraduate degree. International students
meeting the criteria can also apply.
To apply, complete and submit a Sir Samuel

Griffith Scholarship/Griffith Honours
College* application by 15 November
2013 (application forms released Friday
19 July 2013). You can apply online at
griffith.edu.au/honours-college or
email honourscollege@griffith.edu.au
to request a form.
To be eligible you must:

have Griffith University as a preference
on your QTAC or UAC application
and
have a score of OP 13 or ATAR
99.9596.00. If you have exceptional
personal achievement and expect an
OP of 46 or ATAR 95.5090.00
you are also encouraged to apply.
* Successful applicants for Deans Sir Samuel

Griffith and Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarships are
automatically given membership to the Griffith
Honours College.
GRIFFITH
SPORTS
COLLEGE
Coolangatta Gold winner Brodie Moir says the key to juggling
study and training with success is having good organisational
skills. The Bachelor of EducationPrimary student had
to factor in a tight study schedule with training six days a
week in the lead-up to the event.
If youre an elite athlete, taking on big challenges will be second nature, although it can still be tough
to balance your elite sporting career with the need to secure your future through university study.
Thats why we have the Griffith Sports Collegeto help you stay on track to all-round success.
The Griffith Sports College (GSC) provides

support for students who are elite athletes.
It helps these students with flexible
study options to enable them to continue
playing sport at optimum levels while
theyre studying.
The GSC provides student athletes with
advice and guidance on academic planning
and helps them negotiate flexibility with
assessment, classes and study loads to
meet academic requirements.
Am I eligible?
How do I apply?
To be eligible to apply for the GSC, you will

need to be recognised as an elite athlete by
the Australian Institute of Sport and Griffith
University, based on the advice of state
academies or institutes, state or national
sporting organisations, professional sporting
clubs or recognised player associations.
To apply, go to
griffith.edu.au/griffith-sports-college
and complete an Elite Athlete Scheme
Undergraduate Admission Program form
or email gsc@griffith.edu.au.
Griffith Sports College manager and Olympic rower

Duncan Free (pictured, arms raised) knows what its
like to study and compete at the highest level.
While completing his Bachelor of Health Science
with Griffith University, Duncan won an Olympic
Bronze Medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. In
2008, at his 4th Olympics, Duncan won a Gold
Medal with partner Drew Ginn in the coxless pair.
Continuing his passion to support athletes, Duncan
was a mentor at the 2012 London Olympics.
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STUDY
OVERSEAS
Enhance your undergraduate degree by completing part of your studies overseas. With the Griffith Exchange
Program, you have the opportunity to combine study with travel and add an international experience
to your qualifications.
You can spend one or two semesters

studying at one of our partner universities
or participate in a short-term or study
abroad program.
Why study overseas?

Youll earn credit towards your degree, while
immersing yourself in a different culture
and enjoying a memorable life experience.
An international study experience will give
you the opportunity to:
Where can I go?
Find out more
We have a vast network of more than

230 exchange partner universities in more
than 38 countries across Asia, Europe and
North, South and Central America. We
also offer a wide range of short-term and
study abroad options, such as internships,
research projects, volunteer opportunities
and language programs.
The Griffith Exchange Program is open to

all eligible Griffith students. More details,
including a list of partner universities,
instructions on how to apply and
information on financial assistance
and scholarships, can be found at
griffith.edu.au/international/
outgoing-exchange or by emailing
outgoingexchange@griffith.edu.au
add something unique to your

Griffith degree and differentiate
yourself from other graduates
study something different with
your electives
improve your second language skills
and learn about other cultures
explore other parts of the world
challenge yourself
meet new people and make
international contacts.
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STUDENT
SERVICES
AND
SUPPORT
Learning support services
COMPUTING SKILLS
STUDENT SUCCESS ADVISORS
Whether youve just finished school or

finished a while ago, university can seem
daunting. We offer a wide range of learning
support services to help you feel confident
and succeed at university.
Whether youre an advanced user or a

complete beginner, our IT specialists will help
you upskill in computing, including computer
basics and a range of software applications.
At each campus library, you can attend a

range of free workshops, access self-help
resources and book individual consultations
to develop your academic, computing
and library research skills.
Get a head start finding your way around

the library with our specially designed
research skills workshops. Youll learn how
to find items on your reading list, use the
library catalogue and electronic databases,
and research effectively for assignments.
As a Griffith student you will be assigned a

Student Success Advisor who can support
you with your studies and keep you on track
to complete your degree and realise your
dream career. Your advisor will track your
progress, and reach out to you if it looks like
you might need a little extra help or advice.
For more information visit

griffith.edu.au/library/workshops-training
ACADEMIC SKILLS
Our learning advisors can help you
understand the expectations of university
study to develop:
effective reading and study skills
time management and organisational
skills
critical thinking, academic writing
and oral presentation skills.
LIBRARY RESEARCH SKILLS
STUDY SMART
Study Smart is an online interactive
tutorial designed to assist students,
particularly in their first year, to develop
good study skills in researching, writing,
referencing, group work and exams. Visit
http://app.griffith.edu.au/study-smart/
to get a head start with these
important skills.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If youre from non-English-speaking
background, you can study English at the
Griffith English Language Institute (GELI).
A wide range of English language courses
are available to help you improve your
English for work, travel, study or everyday
purposes. Visit griffith.edu.au/geli for
more information.
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STUDENT SERVICES
AND SUPPORT CONT.
Personal support services
Our personal support services will help you
manage your life while youre at university.
Our on-campus services include:
a chaplaincy, where you can discuss
lifes challenges, explore spirituality, faith
and social justice issues and meet other
people interested in religious matters
counselling, to help you when you
need support with issues such as the
transition from school, study, motivation,
relationships, self-esteem, grief and loss,
anxiety and stress
health services, such as bulk-billed
medical consultations, specialist
appointments, free nursing consultations
and health information
assistance for students from
educationally disadvantaged backgrounds
and specialised support for students
with disabilities
careers and employment advice
welfare support and help with issues
such as appeals and grievances, student
loans, Centrelink payments, budgeting
and tenancy.
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT

ISLANDER STUDENTS
We offer dedicated support for Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander students through
the GUMURRII Student Support Unit.
Staffed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islanders, GUMURRII provides cultural,
academic and personal support for students
to achieve success. Services include a direct
entry program, help with enrolment, the
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tutorial
assistance scheme orientation and the
Hands Up! Tertiary Preparation Program.
GUMURRII also provides a social meeting
place for students, staff and community.
gumurrii-student-support-unit
Go to griffith.edu.au/student-services
to find out more.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

students are supported through a
range of services offered by the
GUMURRII Student Support Unit.
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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

We provide disability services on all
campuses. These services, coordinated
through our Student Services office, enable
students with disabilities to access and
participate in our learning environment.
Support includes:
information on application and enrolment
procedures
adjustments to the physical environment
access to specialist support services,
such as sign language
interpreter services, note-taking services
and participation assistants
negotiation of reasonable adjustments
relating to assessment tasks, including
alternative examination arrangements
access to assistive technology and
other specialised equipment such as
hearing loops
arrangement for required readings to
be converted to accessible formats.
Future students should contact the

Disabilities Service:
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3382 1267
Email:
disability@griffith.edu.au
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can
contact the Disabilities Service Officer
directly on:
Mobile: 0419 713 271
Email: deafstudentsupportprogram
@griffith.edu.au
CAREERS AND
EMPLOYMENT SERVICE
The Careers and Employment Service will
help you develop your career from first
year, so you build the skills and confidence
to be work-ready. We can assist you in
finding part-time or casual employment,
as well as work experience, voluntary work
and graduate jobs. We also provide career
development and pre-employment seminars
and online resources, an industry mentoring
program and information about recruitment
and careers fairs.
CHILDCARE
PARKING AND TRANSPORT
Griffith is a family-friendly university

committed to supporting its students,
with the Nathan campus providing two
childcare centres, after-school care, and
vacation care. For more information,
visit griffith.edu.au/childcare or email
childcare@griffith.edu.au.
Our campuses are regulated traffic areas.

You need a parking permit to park a vehicle
(other than a motorcycle or bicycle) on
campus between 8 am and 7 pm Monday
to Friday. Visit griffith.edu.au/parking for
information on where to park and permits.
You can also use public transport to get
to our campuses. Visit translink.com.au
for information.
Childcare facilities are also available close

to the Logan, Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast, and
South Bank campuses. These centres can
be found on the mychild.gov.au website.
SAFETY AND SECURITY

Safety and security are very important to
everyone in our community. Information on
personal security, security patrols, security
shuttle bus services, emergency telephones,
security night escort services and other
safety and security-related activities is
available at griffith.edu.au/security
Email careers-employment@griffith.edu.au
for more information.
On-campus careers fairs provide

opportunities for students to meet
potential employers and to seek advice
from professional associations.
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STUDENT LIFE
Theres a lot to experience at university. As well as gaining more knowledge from your degree and preparing
for your future career, its a chance to meet new people, make lifelong friends and take part in social,
sporting and cultural activities.
Orientation
Getting your head around university
life can seem overwhelming at first.
Thats why we hold Orientation Week,
the week before each semester starts,
to help you succeed at university.
Youll find out more about your chosen
degree, meet other students, get
familiar with our campuses, have
the chance to sign up for clubs and
societies and find out what Griffith
has to offer.
As well as practical tours and
information sessions, Orientation
Week includes fun activities and
social events, plus live music, food
stalls and giveaways.
Clubs and societies
Sport and fitness
Getting involved in a club offers you the

opportunity to pursue a special interest
or hobby, develop new skills, meet people,
make new friends and have lots of fun.
Griffith has many sport and recreation

facilities and services across all campuses.
You can also represent Griffith in university
sporting competitions through events such
as the Australian University Games. Or join
one of our sporting teams and take part in
social sport competitions.
There are more than 120 clubs across all

our campuses ranging from educational
and professional, political, recreational, and
cultural to religious and sporting. And if
you cant find a club to suit your particular
interest, you can start a new club as
support is readily available.
Visit griffith.edu.au/clubs to find out more.
AQUATIC CENTRE
Our Aquatic & Fitness Centre at the
Mt Gravatt campus offers you a variety
of swimming and fitness training options.
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GOLD COAST FITNESS CENTRE

The fitness centre at the Gold Coast
campus, run by the Student Guild, is open
to students, staff and the community.
The centre offers weights and cardio
equipment, a boxing facility, and a range
of group fitness classes.
Visit gugcstudentguild.com.au to find
out more.
As well as helping you get organised for the

year ahead, Orientation gives you a chance
to have fun and get to know fellow students.
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Griffiths campuses offer a variety

of tasty dining experiences.
NATHAN GYM
Food
Religion
The Nathan Fitness Centre is open to

Griffith students and staff, as well as the
local community. The gym is fully equipped
with pin-loaded, free weights and electronic
cardio exercise machines.
Youll enjoy a broad and culturally diverse

range of food and beverage options
(including halal), through coffee shops,
cafeterias, dining rooms, common rooms,
modern restaurants, clubs, a food co-op
and juice bars.
People from diverse faith, religious and

spirituality traditions come together at
the Multi-Faith Centre on the Nathan
campus. The Centre promotes respect and
understanding through inter-faith dialogue,
education and action between people of
different religions, faiths and philosophies.
It also seeks to weave understanding,
education, research and advocacy in interfaith dialogue towards a culture of peace in
local, national and global contexts. Prayer
rooms are also available at all our campuses.
Visit griffith.edu.au/nathan-fitness to
find out more.
TENNIS
Our world-class tennis centre at the Mt
Gravatt campus offers a vibrant and
welcoming environment that is supported
by professional and experienced staff.
Multi-purpose courts are also available
at the Gold Coast campus. Find out more
at griffith.edu.au/tennis
For an overview of all the sport and fitness
options available to Griffith students,
visit griffith.edu.au/sport
Visit griffith.edu.au/food to find out about

the food available at each campus.
Retail
On each campus, there is a range of retail
shops, offering services and facilities to our
community. These include post offices, travel
agencies, pharmacy, hairdressing and beauty
salons, general stores, bookshops, computer
stores and a credit union. In many ways,
each Griffith campus is like its own village.

community/multi-faith-centre
Visit griffith.edu.au/shops to find out

whats available at each campus.
You can join a range of clubs for social

sport, or go on to represent Griffith in
serious competition.
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OUR CAMPUSES
Our campuses are located throughout South-East Queensland. With a superb subtropical climate,
and a mixture of natural wonders and vibrant city life, our region has a lifestyle that promotes innovation
and education: an ideal setting for a dynamic, progressive institution such as Griffith University.
Home to 2.15 million people, Brisbane

offers all the social, cultural and recreational
facilities you would expect of a capital city,
in a beautiful riverside setting. Find out
more at brisbane.qld.gov.au
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This dynamic campus is Australias fastest
growing university precinct, located minutes
from the famous Gold Coast beaches.
Home to almost 17 000 students, the
campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities,
such as the $150 million Griffith Health
Centre and the Queensland Governments
$1.76 billion Gold Coast University Hospital,
currently being developed. This creates
an ideal hands-on environment for the
clinical training and practical placements
of doctors, nurses and future health
professionals. We offer a comprehensive
range of study areas at this campus,
including health, science, engineering,
arts and humanities, and business and
government. The Gold Coast campus will
be serviced by the new Gold Coast light
rail system, planned to begin mid-2014.
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Logan
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This community campus is renowned as
a national showcase of social inclusion
in higher education through innovative
partnerships, industry engagement and
degree pathways, with a strong focus
on community health, education and
business. Home to almost 3000 students,
this campus is based in one of Australias
most rapidly developing regions, midway
between Brisbane and the Gold Coast,
and is a leader in flexible learning options
for students.
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OUR CAMPUSES CONT.
Mt Gravatt
Adjacent to Nathan campus and with over
4000 students, this campus focuses on
education, criminology, and social and
behavioural sciences. It also offers degrees
in applied theatre and psychology. The
recently upgraded Aquatic and Fitness
Centre at the Mt Gravatt campus now
features a heated pool, indoor and outdoor
recreation areas, and a fully-equipped
fitness centreco-located with a 16-court
tennis centre, training oval, basketball and
netball courtscreating a world-class
health and fitness hub for students.
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Situated in native bushland approximately

a ten-minute drive south-east of the
Brisbane CBD, our Nathan campus has a
population of over 13 500 students. This
campus is home to world-class expertise in
the environment, corporate sustainability,
Asian studies and the emerging biosciences.
We offer degrees in arts and humanities,
law, mathematics, science, aviation,
engineering, and business and government.
Soon to be completed at Nathan is
Australias first zero-emission and selfpowering teaching and research building
driven by solar-powered hydrogen energy.
The $40 million Sir Samuel Griffith Centre
will house Griffiths leaders in environmental
science and climate change, and offer
students innovative new learning spaces.
The campus also has a new social space, the
Campus Heart, and six residential colleges,
offering both fully catered and self-catered
accommodation options.
South Bank
Located in Brisbanes cultural heart, this
campus encompasses the Queensland
College of Art, the Queensland
Conservatorium, Griffith Graduate Centre
and the Griffith Film School, with a total
of 3300 students.
It is renowned for excellence in the
creative and performing arts and offers
postgraduate and executive education
through the Griffith Graduate Centre.
Located in Brisbanes picturesque South
Bank Parklands, the campus is only a
ten-minute walk from the Brisbane
CBD and is adjacent to the Queensland
Art Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art, the
State Library of Queensland, Queensland
Museum, Queensland Performing Arts
Complex, and the Brisbane Exhibition
and Convention Centre.
Queen
d College
Queenslan
of Art
sland C
onserv
atorium
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UNIVERSITY TERMS
EXPLAINED
Legend: Some abbreviations and symbols
used throughout this guide
G = Gold Coast
M = Mt Gravatt
S = South Bank
Campus
Degree
The location where you undertake classes

for your studies. Griffith University has
five campusesthe Gold Coast, Logan,
Mt Gravatt, Nathan and South Bank.
An academic program undertaken at

university, such as a Bachelor of Business.
L = Logan
N = Nathan
F = Full-time study
P = Part-time study
3F/6P = 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
X = External available
GPA = Grade Point Average. All GPAs in this
publication are on a 7.0 scale.
CONT. = continued
N/A = Not applicable
A
Academic program
A program of study, over a period of time,
that leads to an award of the University.
Academic transcript
A students official record of all programs
and all courses (subjects) attempted and the
grade obtained for each course.
AQF (Australian Qualifications Framework)
The AQF is the national policy for regulated
qualifications in Australian education and
training.
ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank)
A number from 99.95 to 0 with increments
of 0.05 that provides a measure of a
students overall academic achievement.
This measure is used by all Australian states,
except Queensland, which uses OP/Rank.
Austudy
Commonwealth Government income
support for full-time students aged
25 years or over, who meet Centrelink
eligibility requirements.
B
Bachelors degree
The first level of study you undertake at
university as an undergraduate student;
for example, Bachelor of Science.
Bridging and preparatory courses
Courses that prepare you for university
study and/or allow you to pick up the
prerequisites you need to be admitted
to a degree program.
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Commonwealth supported student

A domestic student who is studying in
a Commonwealth supported place. The
student pays a contribution towards the
cost of their education with the balance
funded by the Australian Government.
Contact hours
The number of hours you are expected
to attend classes, for example, lectures,
tutorials and workshops.
Continuing education certificate programs
Consist of selected courses from degrees
that are suitable to upgrade your tertiary
entry rank or for personal or vocational
development.
Course
Formerly known as a subject, this is a unit
of study normally undertaken over one
semester, for which a grade is given.
Credit point
Unit of value that gives the weighting
of a course towards the requirements
of an academic program.
Credit for prior study
If youve partially or fully completed
studies at another institution, you may
be eligible to receive credit towards your
Griffith University degree and not have to
repeat subjects or courses that you have
successfully completed elsewhere.
Cut-off
The Rank, OP or ATAR at which entry
to an academic program cuts off in a
particular year.
Disciplines
Term used for offerings within a study area
at Griffith. For example, Special Education is
a discipline within the Education study area,
and Nursing is a discipline under Health.
Double degrees
Studying two degrees at the same time.
This allows you to study more than one area
and be awarded two qualifications in less
time than completing the degrees separately
one after the other.
E
Electives
Courses that you can elect to study from
either specific study areas or general areas
of interest, depending on your degree
requirements.
F
FEE-HELP
The Australian Government loan scheme to
enable eligible domestic fee-paying students
(undergraduate and postgraduate) to defer
payment of their tuition fees.
Folio
A collection of your personal artistic work
required to be submitted for assessment
to gain admission to some of the visual and
performing arts programs.
Full-time study
Enrolment in courses totalling at least 75
per cent of a standard full-time load in any
semester. In most academic programs, this
means 30 credit points (normally three
courses) or more.
GPA (grade point average)
Part-time study
Rank
GPA is a numerical index used to summarise

a students academic performance in a
single teaching period, over a specified
period, or within a specific program and over
the duration of a students enrolment. GPAs
at Griffith are calculated on a 7.0 scale.
Enrolment in courses totalling less than 75

per cent of a standard full-time load in any
semester. A course enrolment load of less
than 30 credit points constitutes part-time
attendance (normally two courses).
Tertiary entry rank assigned to students

without an OP. It is usually assigned based
on previous secondary school, tertiary,
bridging and preparatory studies, tertiary
admissions tests or work experience
and qualifications.
Further university study usually undertaken

after completion of an undergraduate
degree; for example, Master of Pharmacy.
HECS-HELP
This is the Australian Government loan
scheme to enable eligible Commonwealth
supported students to defer payment of
their Student Contribution Charge.
HELP
Higher Education Loan Program.
M
Mature age student
A student who is 21 years or older.
Mid-year admission
Some degrees can be started in Semester 1
or Semester 2. If you are starting a degree
in Semester 2, this is referred to as mid-year
admission.
N
Non-Award
Miscellaneous individual course (subject)
that does not proceed towards a degree.
O
OS-HELP
Overseas Higher Education Loan Program.
This is the Australian Government loan,
which supports offshore study of eligible
domestic students.
OP (Overall position)
A number (1 to 25) that indicates a Year 12
students state-wide rank-order position,
based on overall achievement in Board
subjects.
Postgraduate study
Prerequisites
Requirements, apart from OP, Rank or ATAR,
that you must complete to gain admission
to a university program. These are usually
expressed as achievements in particular
Year 11 and Year 12 subjects; for example in
Queensland, English (4 Sound Achievement).
Program
A program is an approved course of study
leading to an award of the University.
A student is admitted to a program, and
on successful completion of all program
requirements is awarded the degree, diploma
or certificate to which the program relates.
Q
QTAC (Queensland Tertiary
Admissions Centre)
Admissions centre that receives and
processes all undergraduate degree
applications for universities in Queensland
and Northern New South Wales,
all Queensland TAFE institutes, the
Endeavour College of Natural Health,
the Australian Maritime College in Tasmania,
Christian Heritage College, QANTM,
and the Queensland Institute of Business
and Technology.
QTAC preferences
The university programs listed in order
of preference from 1 to 6 on your
QTAC application.
S
Student contribution charge
A scheme of the Commonwealth
Government by which students contribute
to the cost of their education.
U
UAC (Universities Admissions Centre)
Admissions centre that receives and
processes undergraduate degree applications
for New South Wales and Australian Capital
Territory institutions, as well as Griffith
Universitys Gold Coast campus, due to its
proximity to the border. Gold Coast campus
degrees are offered through both UAC
and QTAC.
UAC code
Number assigned to a university academic
program by UAC to allow identification of
program preferences.
UAC preferences
The university programs listed in order
of preference from 1 to 9 on your
UAC application.
Undergraduate degree
Usually the first program of study
undertaken at university.
Y
Youth allowance
Commonwealth Government income
support for youth, including full-time
students aged 1624 years, who meet
Centrelink eligibility requirements.
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WHATS THE NEXT STEP?
Decided what you want to do?
Apply for audition by 12 August
Apply online by 27 September*
See page 22 for details.
Contact us
Visit our future students site
Visit:
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre: qtac.edu.au
or
Universities Admissions Centre: Applications for
Gold Coast preferences only can apply through UAC
(New South Wales-based admissions system):
uac.edu.au
For direct entry degrees or other advice, visit

griffith.edu.au/ask-us and click on Future Students
or
speak to staff at our Future Students Contact Centre
on 1800 677 728
* Check key dates on page 2.
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