Master of Music (Opera Performance)

The program is all about learning the craft of being an opera singer – doing, reflecting, and enacting a wide range of skills in a variety of repertoires. It includes intensive studies in vocal coaching, lyric diction for Italian, French and German language for opera, ensemble singing, role development, as well as acting and music performance research, with a focus on the Opera Performance Practicum covering répétitoire, role development, and stage work.

The course is led by internationally renowned teachers with strong industry connections in the areas of opera, art song and early music performance, at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, Australia's oldest and most prestigious music institution.

Yes, students will have the opportunity to prepare specific roles and be actively engaged in performance opportunities – both in house and through industry placements with professional opera companies, in Australia and internationally.

This course is designed for opera singers and répétiteurs who want to elevate their vocal performance, répétiteur and stagecraft skills, explore acting and music research, and graduate with an internationally recognised qualification.

Yes, Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are available for the Master of Music (Opera Performance) at the University of Melbourne, and the Access Melbourne entry scheme is also available for eligible applicants.