This qualification is for individuals who wish to develop their experience and practice in Music.

It provides the music industry with performers that have the technical ability to perform with confidence.

Graduates can contribute to the cultural, social and economic life of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

• Read and write music to an elementary level
• Contribute to music composition and arrangements
• Perform music with confidence and ability for an audience
• Demonstrate technical ability on a musical instrument(s)
• Use music creation and sound reinforcement technology
• Apply a broad range of research skills to inform own music practice
• Use a range of personal and interpersonal skills to work in the music industry
• Apply understanding of the music industry to develop own career plan

Course Content

• MUS401 Applied Music 1
• MUS402 Applied Music 2
• MUS403 Contemporary Music in Context
• MUS404 Music Performance 1
• MUS405 Music Performance 2
• EMP403 Electronic Music Production 1
• MUS406 Contemporary Music Writing
• MUS407 Music Industry Studies

Career Opportunities

• This qualification may lead to employment or self-employment as an entry-level musician at a range of events and venues.

Satisfactory Completion

To successfully complete and be awarded the New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4) students must complete the prescribed programme of study and attain a minimum of 120 credits.