Bachelor of Music

Entry requirements

• IELTS6 overall

Prerequisites

Academic Requirements University Entrance as specified by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) OR New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4) OR New Zealand Certificate in Performing Arts (Level 4) Due to Covid-19 disruption, if you studied and achieved NCEA Level 3 during 2020, you only need 12 credits per Level 3 subject (i.e. total of 36 credits). Literacy and Numeracy requirements remain the same If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency. * NZQA approved subjects: see https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/understanding-secondary-quals/university-entrance/ Additional Requirements You are also required to: Attend an audition to evaluate musical skills (Music Performance pathway). The audition will include a theory test, an aural test, a performance and an interview Supply a portfolio of musical outputs (Music Creation / Music Production pathways) and attend an interview / theory / aural test Alternative Requirements Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements? If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry. Note: The number of courses you have to complete for this qualification may be reduced where you have relevant credits from previous study, or evidence of similar learning or experience in the workplace. English