New Zealand Certificate in DJ and Music Production (Level 4)
Performing
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Immerse yourself in electronic music and develop advanced skills for a career in the music industry as a DJ or music producer with this Level 4 certificate.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop DJ and music production skills
Master both the technical and creative skills necessary to perform as a DJ and produce electronic music using current industry tools.
Apply audio engineering principles
Understand and use the physics of sound and audio engineering concepts to produce high-quality music.
Utilize industry-standard software and hardware
Gain hands-on proficiency with software and equipment used professionally in DJ and music production.
What You're Signing Up For
This one-year, full-time certificate programme in the drum and bass capital of New Zealand is designed to develop your skills as a DJ or electronic music producer. Learn the physics of sound, DJ fundamentals, audio practice, electronic music production, and audio engineering using industry standards. Gain practical experience through simulations and projects, acquire business and industry know-how, and graduate ready for employment or self-employment opportunities.
Course Content
- Physics of sound
- DJ fundamentals
- Audio and sound practice
- Electronic music production
- Audio engineering
- Music theory
- Industry standard software and hardware (DJ and music production tools)
- DJ production techniques
- Business skills for the music industry
- Experiential learning (simulations, role play, projects)
- Core and elective music courses
What you need to know first
Minimum of 12 NCEA credits at Level 1 in each of four approved subjects
10 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 (5 in reading, 5 in writing)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Music Industry
Creative Industries
Audio Production
Entertainment
Future employment opportunities might be
DJ
Electronic music producer