New Zealand Diploma in Music
SAE Institute
Subject area
Music
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification is intended for individuals who wish to pursue a career as a musician in the music and broader performing arts industries.
It provides these industries with individuals who have a range of skills in music composition, performance and production to operate competently and creatively.
Graduates will be able to apply their skills in live and/or studio performance contexts to contribute to the cultural, social and economic life of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
General Academic Admission Candidates are required to have gained a minimum of NCEA Level 2. Special Admission Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success (Education Act 1989 Section 224, 3) may be eligible for Special Admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the Academic Manager or designated nominee. Such applicants may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introduction programme as a condition of entry into higher level programmes. Provisional Admission Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the general academic admission and entry criteria for a programme but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational attainment and/or work or life experience may be eligible for provisional entry at the discretion of the Academic Manager. Provisional entry places restrictions on re-enrolment to be lifted if the applicant's performance is deemed satisfactory by the Academic Manager. English as an Additional Language Applicant requirement English as an Additional Language (EAL) applicants, including NZ Residents must meet standard NZQA minimum English Proficiency Outcomes for a diploma programme, e.g. for the academic version of IELTS they will require a score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5, or acceptable equivalent as per NZQA's English language proficiency requirements. Scores must come from a single test taken no more than two years before the proposed date of enrolment. An applicant must be a minimum of 17 years at the start date of the programme. Applicants aged less than 18 years old must apply with parental/guardian consent.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
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Student fees
(what you pay)
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N/A | N/A |
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Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
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N/A | N/A |
| Total | N/A | N/A |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $39,000 |
| Earnings range | $30,000 - $47,000 |
| In employment | 53% |
| In further study | 25% |
| On a benefit | 4% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 373 4712
Fax: (09) 373 4713
Email: auckland@sae.ac.nz
Web: http://auckland.sae.edu/
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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