Postgraduate Certificate in Music PGCertMus

at University of Auckland

Programme structure
 

The PGCertMus is a 60-point programme that gives students the opportunity to take a wide range of postgraduate-level courses to support their particular interests and aspirations.
 

As they seek to expand their knowledge base prior to moving into careers or further postgraduate study, they will be guided by the School’s exceptional teachers and supervisors.
 

Students will make up the 60-point requirement by choosing from a range of electives including courses in: composition, orchestration, advanced sonic arts, performance, musicology, conducting repertoire and pedagogy.

Programme requirements
 

Study option
Taught
60 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
3.5
 
A Bachelor degree
 

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5
 

Further programme requirements
 
Taught 60 points

You must have completed a Bachelors degree at a recognised university (or similar institution), with a grade point equivalent of 3.5 or higher.
 

Your degree should have been in a relevant discipline (arts, creative arts, education, humanities, or performing arts), and it should have included a music component.
 

You may be required to provide a portfolio as part of the assessment of your application. We will contact you directly if this is required.

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$4,404.60 – $4,864.20

International students
NZ$19,895

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $489.60 for full-time study (60 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Where could this programme take you?
 

Postgraduate study in music boosts your potential to build a successful career in music, performing arts or related areas of creative practice, including music education and community music. On completion of the PGCertMus you will be well-grounded in your chosen area and well-placed to both pursue professional goals and confidently engage in further postgraduate study.
 

Jobs related to this programme

• Broadcaster
• Composer
• Digital Media Producer
• Music educator / teacher
• Music journalist
• Music producer
• Performer