ABOUT AICM

The Australian International Conservatorium of Music (AICM) is a not-for-profit, independent conservatorium offering world-class education. Through our degree programs, master-classes and events, the AICM provides a culturally diverse, intellectually challenging and academically rigorous environment to encourage the development of our students.

AICM's highest priority is to produce musicians, performing artists, composers, teachers and professionals of the highest standard. We provide a quality tertiary education in a range of performance areas as well as composition, multimedia, management and pedagogy. Our supportive learning environment offers students specialised training for those wishing to embark on a professional career. Our undergraduate programs merge performance training with academic rigour, and offer flexible pathway options for students according to their specific needs and focus. We are distinctive in our emphasis on performance and individual study designs. Students are educated to the highest standards based on the best possible professional practice.

A strength AICM appears to have gained is its ability to attract high end personnel who are able to share the same vision of and enthusiasm for the future. With this in mind, the AICM currently boasts some of the highest calibre teaching staff in Australia in an atmosphere where students are carefully nurtured and guided through their studies. The highest standards are sought and every opportunity is afforded students to extend their capabilities to the full.

AICM also launched its new Rozelle campus in 2009. A bigger and more vibrant location but with the same basic principle in mind – students remain the central focus. The new facility features a breathtaking auditorium, practice and technology studios, library, student cafe and teaching spaces, along with a wide array of local café's, eateries and entertainment venues surrounding the site.

AICM's goal is to establish its presence as a leading force within the music education industry. To achieve this goal they are focused on managing and developing the all important industry relationships and endorsements; providing diversity in program offerings; exploring the notion of being a leading eConservatorium and maintaining high quality teaching and learning across all strands of work. Conservatorium graduate performers, teachers, composers, producers, directors and musicologists can be found in leading positions throughout Australia and abroad.


Mission Statement

The mission of AICM is to provide the highest standard of music and performing arts education through:

AICM is committed to becoming a leader of music and arts education in Australia and beyond, constantly striving towards distinction in performance, creativity and scholarship. Students are educated to the highest standards based on the best possible professional practice. Through our graduates, faculty and community alike, AICM seeks to leave a positive impact on the music and performing arts arena.