Overview

It comprises scholarly research in the form of a supervised research thesis and performance practice in the form of public music performance or the presentation of compositions.

Features

Musical Arts students at University of Canterbury make a significant contribution both intellectually and in practice to either the interpretative and/or technical practice of musical performance, or the technical and creative practice of musical composition.

The application process normally requires an audition, interview and/or submission of previous academic work and recommendation from the School of Music.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Music;

Composition.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

First day of any month

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Music Musicology View 9 other PhDs in Music in New Zealand

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

The DMA requires a Master of Music with Distinction or Merit, or a Bachelor of Music with Honours with First or Second Class Honours (Division I).

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

Tuition Fee

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International

35400 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35400 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

7627 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7627 NZD per year during 36 months.

$7,627 - $9,186 (domestic) / $35,400 - $48,000 (international)

Living costs for Christchurch

1300 - 2000 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.