Diploma Associate of Contemporary Christian Music

Course Details

About the Programme

The Diploma Associate of Contemporary Christian Music (Dip. ACCM) provides a unique opportunity for people to develop their passion for music in a Christian environment and within the context of Christian beliefs and ministry. It combines performance with academic study.

The Diploma Associate of Contemporary Christian Music is a comprehensive year of study at New Zealand degree level and is designed for people who want to develop formal music knowledge and skills, or who want to go on and complete the entire degree. Students will study stimulating music subjects that require critical thinking, written and verbal communication. As well as developing a sound knowledge of music theory, students choose from either the vocal, instrumental or song writing stream and enrol in one of these. Students opting for the instrumental stream can choose instruments from contemporary (rock) or orchestral disciplines. The Diploma also includes theology to build a solid biblical foundation for both life and ministry

Qualification Diploma Associate of Contemporary Christian Music
Level
 5
Length
 1 year
Study Options
 Full or part-time
Start Date
 Semester A or B
Fees
 Fee schedule on application
Campus
 Hamilton
Code PC3656

Subjects covered
Core Subjects

  • Fundamentals of Music
  • Western Music History
  • History of Popular Music
  • Music Production & Technology
  • Music Industry & Business Studies
  • Performance Workshop and Choir

Christian Paper

  • Christian Theology, Worship and Practice

Instrument Stream

  • Instrument Major
  • Ensemble and Voice Minor

Voice Stream

  • Vocal Major
  • Ensemble and Instrument Minor

Song Writing Stream

  • Song Writing
  • Ensemble and Instrument Minor

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Course Requirements

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Enrolment Form 2009

Entry Requirements
You must :

  • Be a minimum age of 17 and have four years secondary education (NCEA 2) or be a mature student aged over 20
  • Be interviewed and auditioned
  • Have an academic IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent (International students only)

Applicants whose first language is not English will be interviewed to assess their level of English competency and may be required to complete a placement indicator test.

Job Opportunities

  • Church Music Director
  • Arts Administrator
  • Musician
  • Private Music Teacher
  • Advertising Industry
  • Radio & TV Broadcasting
  • Sound Technician
  • Music, Film and TV Industries
Further Study
  • A further two years of study will complete the Bachelor of Contemporary Christian Music.

Availability of subjects listed may vary. Detailed paper requirements are found in the Programme Manual, which is available upon request.