Sharpen your musical talent with the guidance of our internationally acclaimed musicians and lecturers when you study a Bachelor of Music at Waikato. With countless opportunities for public performance and access to a world-class performing arts venue, you'll be learning among the best.
Entry Requirements
If you have (or expect to gain) New Zealand University Entrance you are eligible to apply for this degree.
In the BDanceSt, you'll grow as an educator, performer, choreographer and researcher. Your award-winning teachers will help you develop confidence in leading others and working in teams.
Develop the acting and performance skills you need to realise your full potential as an actor on screen and on the stage.
Entry Requirements
What you will need to study this programme.
Domestic students
Academic requirements
You must have completed at least one of the following:
At least 3 'C' passes in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations; Or
42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including:
14 credits in two different approved subjects; and
14 credits from up to two subjects (approved or non-approved)
14 credits in NCEA Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don't meet these Academic requirements?
If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
Non-academic requirements
Complete a medical declaration form.
Interviews, submissions, and/or auditions will be required - we'll notify you of what is required.
For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 731 KB)
International studentsAcademic requirements
As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the country-specific admission requirement;
And meet English entry requirements;
If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don't meet these Academic requirements?
If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
Non-academic requirements
Complete a medical declaration form.
Interviews, submissions, and/or auditions will be required - we'll notify you of what is required.
For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 731 KB)
The Master of Civil Engineering (MCivilEng) is a taught postgraduate programme that enhances an engineer's knowledge and skills, improving their prospects for career progression.
Entry Requirements
Students that have completed a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or a Bachelor of Science with Honours in a relevant subject, or the Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering with good grades, may be admitted to the programme with approval based on the relevance of their previous studies.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Civil Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.
Developing students with specialised knowledge and practice in civil infrastructure, the Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering (PGCertCivilEng) is an ideal qualification for those wanting an advanced background in designing and managing civil engineering projects.
Entry Requirements
Those that have completed a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or a Bachelor of Science with Honours in a relevant subject may be admitted to the programme with approval.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Civil Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.
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 Music is right for you.
Entry Requirements
University Entrance or alternative admission type.Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.
The Master of Music (MMus) is designed to further develop your musical skills, enabling entry to a high-level career in many areas of music. At masters level, you are able to specialise in one of four distinct areas - performance, composition, musicology or studio pedagogy.
Whether you are a performer, composer, musicologist or music studio teacher, your honours year sees you focus exclusively on your area of specialisation.
The Master of Community Dance activates the role of dance in interrogating local and international societal concerns. As identified by UNESCO, such concerns may include sustainability, cultural diversity, equity and peace.
Get a solid grounding in civil engineering to cleverly design, construct, operate and maintain infrastructure. Through applying mathematics and physics to civil engineering problems, you'll learn to develop the expertise needed to successfully manage civil engineering projects.
Entry Requirements
You will need the following:
1. Be at least 16 years of old when you start this programme: 2. A total of NCEA level 2 including a minimum of:
10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013); and
48 NCEA credits at level 2 in four subjects, including at least 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry);
2. If English is not your first language, you will need one or more of the following:
Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University Entrance
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years
Don't have NCEA? We also accept:
An equivalent qualification; or
Equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience; or
Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission
For more information, download the programme regulations:
Studying for a Master of Music at Waikato gives you the skills you need to pursue a music career and work as a professional musician. You'll focus on musical composition or musical performance.
Entry Requirements
Following the successful completion of the BMus(Hons) you may apply to enrol for the Master of Music (MMus).
The Doctor of Musical Arts at Waikato focuses on both performance and research. You'll be immersed in musical works that have artistic and creative integrity. Your performance of these works will be backed up by a written thesis that sets out your own independent research.
Entry Requirements
To enter, DMA students must have completed a MMus (Performance) with First or Second Class Honours (Division 1) or equivalent, comply with the postgraduate entry regulations of the University of Waikato, and audition successfully on an applied instrument or voice.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Dance Studies builds on undergraduate study and previous dance experience by delving deeper into dance practice and philosophy. You will gain practical, conceptual and theoretical skills in choreography, dance education, dance writing and community dance.
