Music Studies
Qualifications
Overview
Music is an essential part of all cultures globally.
A degree in Music Studies allows you to investigate music from social, political, and community perspectives, examining the role and importance of music now and through history.
- You will learn about topics such as popular music, musical philosophy, music of the world, musical heritage of the western world, and music in the community.
- Opportunities to take part in internships and collaborative projects throughout your studies.
Music Studies major
Complete the compulsory courses for the Bachelor of Music, along with the following major courses:
100-level
200-level
- One course chosen from these options
- One 200-level MUSA course
300-level
- MUSA300 Musicianship, Harmony, and Analysis 3
- One course chosen from these options
Music Studies can teach you technical skills in music alongside necessary skills such as communication, project management, and leadership opening you up to a wide variety of career options.
Some career pathways could include:
- Festival planning
- Arts administration
- Journalism
- Music teaching.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Music.
Contact us
Te Kura Puoro | School of Music
Phone +64 3 369 1792
Email music@canterbury.ac.nz
Location
Music building – see campus maps – and Arts Centre, 3 Hereford Street Christchurch
Postal address
Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
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