Victoria University of Wellington

Overview

The Artist Diploma in Music at Victoria University of Wellington is a rigorous, performance-oriented program tailored to enhance your technical skills and artistic expression, preparing you for a successful career in public performance. This immersive course focuses on developing your practice through individualized instruction and real-world performance experiences.

What you'll study

This program emphasizes intensive performance preparation and showcases your talents through public presentations. Your learning journey is customized based on your instrument or voice requirements, as well as your recital planning.

• One-to-one supervision: Receive personalized coaching to sharpen your technique, interpretation, and performance skills.
• Public recitals: Participate in several public recitals, each lasting around 70 minutes.
• Pre-concert talk option: One of your recitals may include a pre-concert talk lasting approximately 30 minutes.
• Lecture-recital option: The pre-concert talk can be presented on its own or merged into a lecture-recital format lasting about 90–100 minutes.

For the latest curriculum details, including repertoire requirements and rehearsal expectations, please visit the program's website.

Entry requirements

To apply for the Artist Diploma in Music, candidates are typically expected to hold a Master of Music (MMus) in Performance or an equivalent master’s qualification, ideally with a distinction or merit grade.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Artist Diploma in Music program are well-prepared for various career paths in the music industry. You may pursue opportunities as professional performers, educators, or music directors, among other roles. The skills and experiences gained during this course will equip you to thrive in diverse musical environments.