New Zealand Diploma in Music

LEVEL  | 5

CREDIT VALUE  | 120

METHOD OF STUDY  | Full time 

DATES  | Feb - Nov

The Level 5 Diploma prepares you for higher level study and build on practical experience and skills learnt in the Level 4 Certificate programme.

There is also the added bonus of two short tours to gain performance experience in different venues around Aotearoa including Schools, Theatres and Churches as well as showcase original content created individually and collaboratively in your Major courses.

MUSIC-501

Performance Music 3

Perform solo and group repertoire including original songs and develop stage techniques for performance on tour (Semester One).

MUSIC-502

Performance Music 4

Perform solo and group repertoire including rearrangements and plan and perform on a tour at a range of venues (Semester Two).

MUSIC-503

Music Technique 2

Further training with a one on one lesson to learn the techniques for voice or instrument to gain mastery in your chosen area.

MUSIC-504

Music Fundamentals 2 

Extending your knowledge of music theory including key signatures, time signatures, intervals and chords.

MUSIC-505

Music Technology 2

Building on the Certificate skills to produce a broad range of original work and to learn how to set up a simple music creation workstation.

MUSIC-506

Music Studies 2

Analysing the origins and influences on popular music and using this to improve your own compositions and performances.

PARTS-507

Performing Arts Industry Studies 2

Applying understanding of small business practices, industry structures and operational practices to prepare for potential work in the industry.

DEVLP-508

Personal Development 2

Further understanding and development of strong character and finding out more about God, yourself and others and how it fits into living in Aotearoa, New Zealand.