Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Performing
A course by
University of Auckland
Develop your technical and creative skills in music, with specialisations available in classical, jazz, composition, popular music, or music studies at New Zealand’s largest tertiary music school.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Develop musical technique and understanding
Graduate with advanced skills in your selected area of music, whether performance, composition, or music studies.
Collaborate effectively
Build strong teamwork and communication skills through ensemble work and collaborative projects.
Engage with the music industry
Gain industry knowledge and contacts through partnerships with local and international music organisations.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Music (BMus) at the University of Auckland enables you to hone your craft in performance, composition, or music studies. You will learn from leading musicians, historians and composers, participate in ensembles, tutorials and studio classes, and engage with industry partners. The three-year degree offers cross-genre theory, music culture, and opportunities for personal exploration within your specialisation. Graduates are equipped for diverse roles across the music industry, on stage and beyond.
Course Content
- Cross-genre music theory
- Contemporary music culture
- Specialisation courses: Classical Performance, Jazz, Composition, Popular Music, or Music Studies
- Waipapa Taumata Rau course (first year)
- Ensembles, tutorials and studio classes
- Electives and complementary studies (sonic arts, music education, production, history)
- General Education course
- Academic English Language Requirement
What you need to know first
University Entrance or equivalent
Audition may be required for some specialisations
English language requirements as per University policy
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Music
Creative Industries
Performing Arts
Broadcast and Media
Future employment opportunities might be
Arts administrator/manager/director
Arranger/composer
Conductor
Music director
Music journalist
Performer
Radio/television/digital media/recording producer
Sound engineer