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9 Bachelor's degrees in Music Composition in New Zealand

Composition
Composition is the creation of new music. Enjoy learning from a diverse range of musical styles, from contemporary music to pop and everything in between in this Composition programme at University of Canterbury.

Bachelor of Music in Instrumental, Vocal Composition
If you love music—whether it be listening to it, playing an instrument, singing or composing—and want to study the subject in depth at the leading music school in New Zealand, then a Bachelor of Instrumental, Vocal Composition is right for you. The Bachelor of Music in Instrumental, Vocal Composition program is offered by Victoria University of Wellington.
Studio Production
The Studio Production programme at the University of Otago is a three-year Bachelor of Music (MusB) endorsement. This full-time course focuses on modern recording technologies and creative workflows. Students gain practical expertise in sound engineering and media production within a professional, hands-on environment.
Commercial Music - Music Industry
The Commercial Music - Music Industry at Massey University will tach you how to market and support musicians, developing the skills and networks to become an essential behind-the-scenes music industry professional.
Composition
The Composition programme of The University of Auckland will expand your musical technique and understanding within your choice of a performance, jazz, composition, songcraft and music production, musicology, or music education specialisation at New Zealand’s largest tertiary music school.
Commercial Music (Honours)
The Commercial Music (Honours) at Massey University is a one-year degree, with taught courses followed by an independent project. You’ll get one-on-one mentorship and support from our industry-connected academics.
Commercial Music - Music Practice
The Commercial Music - Music Practice at Massey University will give you the skills and confidence to take risks and make it in the music industry.
Audio Production
Learn the fundamentals of audio production and then develop skills in a variety of fields, including live sound, recording, producing and post-production with Audio Production at Southern Institute of Technology
Contemporary Music
The Bachelor of Contemporary Music at Southern Institute of Technology offers an industry-focused programme designed to prepare students for a professional career in contemporary music.