The Associate Degree in Music Studies degree is for students who are interested in gaining a wide understanding of music and developing knowledge, skills and techniques appropriate to employment in music related industries or other activities related to music or involving broad knowledge of music. The course aims to provide students with the opportunity to gain a working knowledge of the academic, cultural, critical and technical language of music. The structure of the degree provides students with a comprehensive choice of units allowing students to improve their skills in broad areas of interest: solo and ensemble performance, composition, music history, musicianship and theory, audio design and MIDI technology.

Careers as performers, teachers and administrators, or may be involved in broadcasting, journalism or as music critics.