Program Overview
This one-year, full-time program at SIT provides students with performance and composition opportunities in contemporary music. Students will develop skills in music technology, analysis, and communication, and have access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry connections. Graduates will be prepared for careers in performance, composition, and music technology.
Program Outline
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Performance opportunities:
Students will have the opportunity to perform in a variety of settings, including concerts, recitals, and competitions.
Composition opportunities:
Students will have the opportunity to compose music in a variety of contexts, including song writing, instrumental music, and/or music for film and video games.
Industry connections:
Students will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals and gain experience through internships and other opportunities.
Facilities:
Students will have access to SIT's top of the line performing and recording facilities, including:
- A state-of-the-art recording studio
- A performance hall
- A practice room
- A computer lab with music software
Learning support:
Students will have access to a variety of learning support services, including:
- Academic advising
- Tutoring
- Learning skills workshops
- Mental health and wellbeing support
Graduate attributes:
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Perform a variety of contemporary music in a group
- Compose music in a variety of contexts
- Use music technology effectively
- Analyze and critique music
- Communicate effectively about music
- Work collaboratively with others
- Think critically and creatively
- Be self-motivated and lifelong learners
- This program is a full-time program that can be completed in one year.
- Students can choose to specialize in a particular area of music, such as performance, composition, or music technology.
- The program is taught by experienced and qualified music professionals.
- SIT is a member of the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
- This program is accredited by NZQA.
