Study Bachelor of Music in Performance at University of Canterbury in New Zealand, Faculty of Arts
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Bachelor of Music in Performance

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

Music studies in Performance develops creative ideas and expression through all styles of music. With rapid growth and cultural shifts in the music industry, professional artists need the skills to be flexible and adaptive performers. Developing your musical abilities at UC is a unique opportunity to learn from professionals and connect with other musicians and the local arts scene.Learn through individual lessons and group classes in a wide range of musical instruments and voice. Take advantage of opportunities to join large and small ensembles and the UC Chamber Choir, Consortia. You will have plenty of opportunities to perform publicly, with 100 concerts hosted on campus each year.People with strong musical talents are always highly sought after by event organisers and arts businesses.Career pathways could include choirs and orchestras, musical theatre, music therapy, event management.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$39,500.00 (US$ 23,562) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

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

Application deadline

01/05/2026

Start date

July 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Christchurch,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$39,500.00 (US$ 23,562) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

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

Application deadline

12/12/2025

Start date

February 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Christchurch,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

University Entrance or equivalent High school Transcripts International Baccalaureate Diploma IB required

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

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