Program Overview
The Music at The University of Waikato is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Music programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 20,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Hamilton, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Orchestration
- Acoustic and Electroacoustic Composition
- Secondary Performance Studies
- Chamber Music
- Secondary Performance Studies
- Chamber Music 2
- Performance Ensemble 1
- Chamber Music 3
- Performance Ensemble 2e
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 20,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 20,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Waikato directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Waikato
The University of Waikato
New Zealand
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
