Master of Music (Coursework) (MMus(Coursework))
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
The Master of Music (Coursework) is an exciting new pathway for Bachelor of Music graduates to deepen their creative and scholarly practice. Combining advanced coursework with a major creative project or dissertation, this flexible degree supports aspiring performers, composers, music producers, and researchers in shaping their unique artistic and academic journey.
The MMus (Coursework) degree requires 12–18 months of full-time or its equivalent in part-time study. It is designed to give students higher-level skills in performance, composition, music production or combinations of these three, complemented with academic papers that help students articulate their practice in words.
Two 60-point papers at 400- and 500-level allow students to develop projects in Creative Practice, along with options for academic papers focused on creative practice, health and wellbeing, pedagogy, and community music, as well as Humanities papers that include research methods.
Entry requirements
Entry to the Master of Music (Coursework)
The Master of Music (Coursework) is primarily for students with a B average or above in their final-year undergraduate papers. If your grades are close to a B, or you have relevant experience, or any questions about entry requirements, please contact us.
Please note: Some supervised music papers require a separate application form to be completed.
About the provider
The University of Otago, New Zealand’s first university, was founded in 1869 and offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. Ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and 2nd in New Zealand, it is also 214th worldwide according to QS rankings. Recognised as the top university in New Zealand for student academic performance by the Tertiary Education Commission, 96% of its graduates either enter the workforce or pursue further study shortly after graduation.
Located in Dunedin, a vibrant student city where students make up 20% of the population, the University benefits from a unique atmosphere. Dunedin, on the south-eastern coast of New Zealand’s South Island, is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes, featuring Victorian and Edwardian architecture, picturesque hills, and wildlife reserves.
The University’s campus is ranked the 5th most beautiful in the world by THE Student Voice, enhancing the educational experience. The Otago region offers diverse scenery and is close to popular destinations such as Queenstown. New Zealand is rated the 1st most beautiful country by Rough Guides 2024, is renowned for its natural beauty, Māori heritage, and multicultural society, providing a friendly, inclusive environment for students and residents.