New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4)
Performing
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Enhance your performance skills and embark on a career in the music industry with a focus on contemporary rock and pop. This full-time, one-year certificate at Ara covers music fundamentals, group performance, songwriting, and recording, as well as the contemporary music industry.
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 music performance skills
Build instrumental or vocal proficiency and the ability to perform confidently in a group or solo setting.
Understand music fundamentals
Gain foundational music theory knowledge and aural skills, essential for further musical study or professional activity.
Songwriting and recording
Learn to write original music and use recording technology applicable to contemporary music production.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4) at Ara is designed for those looking to develop foundational music performance skills, with strong emphasis on contemporary rock and pop. The programme nurtures talent in areas such as band performance, songwriting, instrumental/vocal skills, and recording, alongside studies of the global and local music industries. Available as both full-time and part-time study, it provides a pathway to further study or a career as a musician. Audition required for entry.
Course Content
- Music Fundamentals 1
- Music Fundamentals 2
- Music Performance 1
- Music Performance 2
- Music Writing and Technology 1
- Music Writing and Technology 2
- Music Industry in Context 1
- Music Industry in Context 2
What you need to know first
10 NCEA Level 1 literacy credits
Attend an audition to assess instrumental or vocal skill, aural and music theory proficiency
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Music Industry
Performing Arts
Future employment opportunities might be
Self-employed musician
Performer in bands, venue acts, corporate and theatre events