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8 Music Degree Programs in New Zealand
University of Otago
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Majoring in Music
- Dunedin, New Zealand
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
If we are to understand, perform or compose the widest range of music, we need to understand its basic building materials. Fundamentally these include rhythm, harmony and melody. The paper contains both analytical and practical elements in each of these areas.
University of Otago
Master of Arts (Coursework) (MA(Coursework)) in Music
- Dunedin, New Zealand
MA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Arts (Coursework) program is designed to give students the skills sought-after by employers around the globe, with a balance of specific subject knowledge plus broad-based transferable skills – such as oral and written communication, and analytical skills.
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The University of Waikato
Bachelor of Music
- Hamilton, New Zealand
Bachelor's degree
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
Sharpen your musical talent with the guidance of our internationally acclaimed musicians and lecturers when you study a Bachelor of Music at Waikato. With countless opportunities for public performance and access to a world-class performing arts venue, you’ll be learning from the best.
The University of Waikato
Master of Music
- Hamilton, New Zealand
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Studying for a Master of Music at Waikato gives you the skills you need to pursue a music career and work as a professional musician. You'll focus on musical composition or musical performance.
SAE Institute New Zealand
SAE Certificate in Electronic Music Production
- Auckland, New Zealand
Certificate
Part time
6 months
On-Campus
English
The SAE Certificate in Electronic Music Production encourages individualism and combines the fundamentals of electronic music production with practical experimentation and personal creativity.
Victoria University of Wellington
Master of Music – MMus
- Wellington, New Zealand
Master degree
Full time, Part time
12 months
On-Campus
English
Build on your Honours degree with advanced study and research at Master's level and become an expert in your area of music.
Eastern Institute of Technology
NZ Diploma in Music (Level 5)
- Auckland, New Zealand
Diploma
On-Campus
English
During this diploma you will be developing your practical skills in performance, composition, songwriting and audio production. Individual and group projects will prepare you for a diverse and exciting career in the music industry. With your diploma completed successfully you can continue on to the second year of the Bachelor of Creative Practice. This one year (34-week) project based programme studies popular music with an emphasis on advanced performance practice, composition and audio engineering. The practical component will be underpinned by a sound theoretical knowledge of contemporary music.
Victoria University of Wellington
Master of Musical Arts – MMA
- Wellington, New Zealand
Master degree
Full time, Part time
12 months
On-Campus
English
With Master of Musical Arts you will be able to Study advanced composition, sonic arts or performance and become a leader in your field as an artist and an innovator.
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Typically, music programs concentrate on the historical, theoretical and technical aspects of music and performance. An interdisciplinary field, music is as much for the ambitious academic as it is for the aspiring professional musician.
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