Research

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music places a high emphasis on its research activity. We have a vibrant and diverse community of staff and students, many of whom enjoy exceptional careers worldwide as both performers and scholars in the finest musical company. The Conservatorium is a gathering place for experiencing music performance, scholarship and culture by individuals who push the boundaries of innovation, creativity, cognition and expression.

The faculty offers the opportunity to pursue research degrees at either Masters, PhD or Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) levels in the following areas of Composition, Music Education, Musicology and Performance.

Scholarships

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music has an ongoing tradition of research excellence and this is a direct result of our strong commitment to research and higher degree students.

The majority of scholarships are merit-based and all prospective and current postgraduate students are considered for these awards. No application is necessary. Scholarships are awarded based on audition results, academic achievements and artistic excellence.

In addition, there are a number of faculty and university scholarships for both research and coursework postgraduate students that require an application. For further details on scholarships please consult the faculty Scholarships page.

Search for Supervisors and Research Opportunities

Search for a supervisor or current research opportunity through the University Supervisor Connect site. If you don't find an exact match to your search, please find an opportunity that closely matches your interests, and submit an enquiry about that opportunity.