Graduate Certificate (GradCert) in Music: Fees & Entry Requirements at The University of Waikato, New Zealand

Graduate Certificate (GradCert) in Music

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

Study Music with leading performers, composers and musicologists and perform in the acclaimed Dr John Gallagher Concert Chamber, part of the University of Waikato's purpose-built performing arts academy. If music is your passion, then Waikato has a programme of study to suit. We teach Western Classical Music – from Baroque to contemporary, through performance, composition and musical scholarship. If you're inclined to the modern, we offer papers in sonic art and new technologies.Our staff are highly qualified professionals, active nationally and internationally as composers, performers and musicologists. Music is their passion too, and our common aim is to help you develop the technique and understanding you'll need to reach your full musical potential.Waikato's Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts will be your stage throughout your studies. Situated on the Hamilton campus, the academy is an award-winning performing arts venue.

Which department am I in?

School of Arts

Study options

Full Time (.5 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$20,109.50 (10,12,104) per year
College Hall accommodation 9180 Total Annual Cost

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2027

Venue

Hamilton Campus

Gate 1, Knighton Road,

HAMILTON,

Hillcrest,

3216, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (.5 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$20,109.50 (10,12,104) per year
College Hall accommodation 9180 Total Annual Cost

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Hamilton Campus

Gate 1, Knighton Road,

HAMILTON,

Hillcrest,

3216, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

The University of Waikato sets standards for English language proficiency for admission to the University for applicants whose first language is not English or te reo Māori. All international applicants, as well as New Zealand and Australian permanent visa holders, are required to provide satisfactory evidence of their proficiency in English.Applicants must achieve a minimum of 6 points taken from three subjects, achieving a minimum grade of C in at least one subject. Points calculated as follows: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1. AS Level grades are not included. To meet the English language requirements, you are required to obtain an E (pass) grade in an approved English-intensive GCE A-Level subjectsInternational Baccalaureate (taken in NZ or overseas) - Completed International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum of 24 points.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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