Graduate Diploma in Contemporary Music
Performing
A course by
SIT
Provides graduates with the skills and knowledge to meet contemporary music industry expectations, supporting performance, songwriting, composition, arranging, and music teaching.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced musicianship and performance skills
Demonstrate technical and creative skills as a contemporary musician, with specialization in chosen instrumental or vocal major.
Apply advanced music theory and aural skills
Utilize sophisticated theoretical and analytical approaches to understand and create complex musical works.
Create original compositions and arrangements
Compose and arrange music for various contexts, including for visual media, and present works using industry standard tools.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Diploma in Contemporary Music is designed for graduates from any discipline who wish to develop advanced skills and knowledge relevant to the contemporary music industry. It covers music theory, composition, performance, songwriting, music education, and music business, preparing students for careers such as performers, composers, educators, and for further postgraduate study.
Course Content
- Music Theory and Aural (Levels 6 & 7)
- Contemporary Composition Studies
- Practical Musicianship (Instrumental/Vocal)
- Songwriting
- Music Education Studies
- Creative Industries Business and Legal
- Professional Project (e.g., portfolio/performance/composition/research)
- Contextual Studies in the Creative Arts
- Special Projects and Electives
What you need to know first
A bachelor's degree in any discipline, or equivalent practical, professional or educational experience.
Approval from the Programme Manager regarding paper selection.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Music industry
Entertainment industry
Creative arts sector
Education
Future employment opportunities might be
Performer
Songwriter