Jazz Music Institute
About
Jazz Music Institute (JMI) is Australia's leading specialised jazz education provider, with roots dating back to jazz education in the late 1970s. Under consistent leadership and with deep connections to influential jazz figures, JMI delivers authentic jazz education through a range of offerings—from private lessons and youth programs to our Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance.
Our Bachelor of Music has earned personal endorsement from Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center, fostering an ongoing relationship. JMI currently holds the highest student satisfaction rating in Australia among all 142 higher education institutions, achieving 100% satisfaction for overall educational experience.
JMI graduates are among the most employed performing musicians in Brisbane. The versatile nature of jazz education creates musicians who can work across multiple contexts, with most graduates establishing portfolio careers spanning several areas, including music performance, teaching and production.
Please refer to Jazz Music Institute website for more information.
Contact
Phone: (07) 3216 1110
Email:play@jazz.qld.edu.au
Website: visit the
Jazz Music Institute website
Campus Locations
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Events
Important Dates
Open Days
JMI offers free tours for anyone interested in enrolling in our courses where you can see the campus and facilities available and discuss our course options and what would best fit your musical journey.
We can accommodate information sessions on the weekend and after hours for those that have school or work commitments. Book a tour directly here
Semester Dates
Semester 2 2025 – 28 July – 23 November
Semester 1 2026 – 23 February to 21 June
Semester 2 2026 – 27 July to 22 November
Audition Dates
Mid-year 2025 entry: 19th May to 30th June 2025
2026 entry: 4th August 2025 to 31st January 2026
Student Outcomes
The student outcomes display the overall undergraduate results for the institution.
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For further information visit ComparED website
Policies and Services
Admissions Criteria
All Applicants
Entry into JMI’s courses is through a successful audition only. The audition requirements are the same for any student applying for entry into JMI’s programs. Audition requirements for each course is available on the Jazz Music Institute website.
No ATAR score is required for entry into JMI’s programs.
Decisions on auditions are made by an audition panel comprised of key academic personnel at JMI. Decisions will be made in accordance with JMI’s Admissions Policy.
There is an expected 2-week turnaround from when an applicant performs and audition to when they find out their audition results. Applicants will be notified via letter in the mail of their results unless otherwise notified or requested.
Applicants with Higher Education study
Applicants that have previously undertaken Higher Education study will be eligible for Advanced Standing through the audition process. Applicants looking to gain advanced standing (credit) for previous study will need to bring all documentation of their prior study along in their audition.
An assessment will be made by the audition panel on whether the applicant will be made an offer for the course and how much credit (if any) they can receive for their previous study. This assessment will take into account both the performance ability of the applicant and the knowledge gained from previous study as per JMI's Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy available on JMI's Academic Policies page.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Applicants that have previously undertaken VET study will be eligible for Advanced Standing through the audition process. Applicants looking to gain advanced standing (credit) for previous study will need to bring all documentation of their prior study along in their audition.
An assessment will be made by the audition panel on whether the applicant will be made an offer for the course and how much credit (if any) they can receive for their previous study. This assessment will take into account both the performance ability of the applicant and the knowledge gained from previous study as per JMI's Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy available on JMI's Academic Policies page.
Applicants with work and life experience
Applicants that have a significant amount of work and life experience in the field of jazz performance can be eligible for Advanced Standing through the audition process. Applicants looking to gain advanced standing (credit) for work and life experience in the field of jazz performance will need to bring along their CV outlining the depth of their performance experience. An assessment will be made by the audition panel on whether the applicant will be made an offer for the course and how much credit (if any) they can receive for their experience in jazz performance. This assessment will take into account both the performance ability of the applicant and the knowledge gained from previous study as per JMI's Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy available on JMI's Academic Policies page.
Additional Information
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
JMI does not offer alternative entry pathways or applications assessment methods specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. However, JMI provides support in preparing for auditioning for its programs to all socially and educationally disadvantaged applicants. Contact JMI directly to seek any support in your application.
Inherent Academic Requirements
Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in playing their major instrument. Applicants should know major scales in all 12 keys.
Domestic students with overseas qualifications
Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications will be assessed through the audition process in the same way as an applicant with an Australian qualification. Applicants' musical ability will be assessed through the audition process and advanced standing will be assessed in conjunction with JMI's Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning policy.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants will need to demonstrate an adequate level of English Language proficiency prior to gaining entry into this course. The following is deemed adequate and will require providing documentation (in brackets) at the point of audition:
– A Pass in Year 12 English (Senior School Certificate)
– Previous study in a VET course at Diploma level or above – AQF Level 5 or above – either complete or incomplete (Statement of Attainment)
– Previous study in a Higher Education course at Bachelor level or above – AQF Level 7 or above – either complete or incomplete (Academic Transcript)
– A score of 6.5 on an IELTS test
– An overall score of 150 or better on the STAT test
If applicants cannot demonstrate an adequate level of English Language proficiency at the time of audition, they will need to undertake a STAT test through ACER and gain an overall score of 150 or better prior to being offered a place in this course.
How to apply
Domestic students applying for undergraduate study
To apply for JMI’s Bachelor & Diploma programs, applicants must satisfy the entry requirements for the course and perform an audition. Auditions are available by appointment, both in-person and online.
To book an audition, domestic students will need to complete the online application form on JMI’s website, electing an audition date. Once received, JMI will contact applicants to confirm their audition time.
International students studying Year 12 in Australia
International students will need to follow the How To Apply instructions for international students on JMI’s website to apply for entry into JMI’s Higher Education courses.
All other international students
International students will need to follow the How To Apply instructions for international students on JMI’s website to apply for entry into JMI’s Higher Education courses.
Enrolment
Accepting an offer
Students will generally be given 30 days to respond to an offer and confirm their place in JMI’s courses. To accept an offer, students will need to complete the Enrolment Form that was sent to them along with their Letter of Offer and send back to JMI as per the instructions provided in the Letter of Offer. Offers may be withdrawn if no response has been received within the date of required reply stated on the letter of offer. Once the offer is accepted, you will be sent a letter of confirmation that confirms your enrolment in the program.
Offers
If applicants are successful in their audition, they will be sent a letter of offer for enrolment in the program. Conditional offers may be given if an applicant has not yet provided proof of English language proficiency, or if an applicant needs to further demonstrate specific performance or theory requirements based on their audition. Conditional offers will give the applicant an adequate timeframe for meeting the conditions of the offer.
Deferment
Students can defer enrolment in accordance with JMI’s Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policy.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing and credit transfer applications can be made in accordance with JMI’s Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.
Fees and Charges
All fees and charges related to the course is available on each course page.
Deferment
Students are able to defer enrolment according to JMI’s Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Policy.
Student and Campus Services
Student facilities and services
JMI’s campus is located at 47 Brookes Street Bowen Hills, Queensland, Australia.
Facilities on campus includes:
• 7 teaching studios
o 3 large ensemble studios
o 1 lecture room
o 3 small studios for one-on-one lessons
o Each room equipped with PA, piano, drum kit, guitar amps, bass amps and keyboards
• A dedicated performance space that fits up to 80 students
• Library and resource space
• Student common area
The campus location is within 500m of a number of amenities including cafés, convenience stores, hotels, train stations and bus stops.
Student support
JMI offers a range of student support services, such as external counselling, academic writing, study support, organisation and time management support. JMI provides these services in accordance with its Student Support Services Policy.
Where to get further information
- Jazz Music Institute – Jazz Music Institute's Profile
- TEQSA national register – The Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) is Australia's independent national quality assurance and regulatory agency for higher education
- ComparED – The ComparED website provides prospective students with transparent institution information from recent graduates and current students views.
- Study Assist – Information for students about government assistance for financing tertiary study.
Student Profile
The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students at the institution. It provides data on all students who commenced undergraduate study in the most relevant recent intake period, including those admitted through all offer rounds, across all Australian campuses, and international students studying in Australia.
For more information about the Student Profile, please visit Student Profile explained.
| Applicant background | Semester one intake, 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students No. of students | Percentage of all students % of all students | |
| (A) Higher education study | 0 | 0% |
| (B) Vocational education and training (VET) study | 0 | 0% |
| (C) Work and life experience | 11 | 65% |
| (D) Recent secondary education | ||
|
N/A | N/A |
|
N/A | N/A |
|
6 | 35% |
| (E) International students | 0 | 0% |
| All students | 17 | 100.0% |
<5 - the number of students is less than 5
N/A - Students not accepted in this category
N/P - Not published to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students
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