Overview
Study at New Zealand's most prestigious music school and learn from world-class musicians and academics who are leaders in their fields.
Key Facts
If you have a Bachelor of Music majoring in Performance, Composition, or Digital Music and Audio Production, and want to continue your studies, then the PGDipMus is a good choice for you. If you have a different degree but can show you have the required skill level in these subjects, you may also be considered. Each subject has its own entry requirements you'll need to have met before enrolling, and you'll need to do an audition or submit a portfolio.
Select from a wide range of courses. If you are studying Postgraduate Diploma in Music in Performance program from Victoria University of Wellington you might focus on solo jazz or classical performance, ensemble or orchestral performance, or study opera. You can also choose to do a supervised practical project on an approved performance topic of your choice.
Or if you are a Composition student you could work on orchestration, composing music for film and advanced recording and post-production techniques, study jazz arranging, or explore software development for sonic arts. You'll complete a supervised project and produce a portfolio of compositions and/or sound-based works.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Small Ensemble Second Study
- Orchestral Performance
- Opera Performance
- Creative Research in Classical Performance
- Classical Performance Recital
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Campus Location
- Wellington, New Zealand
Disciplines
Music Performance View 7 other Masters in Music Performance in New ZealandExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor of Music
- To pass an audition
- To be accepted by the director of NZSM as being capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents44350 NZD / year≈ 44350 NZD / year
Living costs
Wellington
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Postgraduate Diploma in Music in Performance.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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