Study Music in New Zealand
31 programmes in music at 6 universities in New Zealand are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 26,888 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 23,076 USD and 26,888 USD.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Music programmes
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Music in New Zealand by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 17 | 23,076 USD | 26,888 USD | 26,888 USD |
| Master's | 6 | — | — | — |
| PhD | 1 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within music
Universities for music in New Zealand
Study Music in New Zealand: common questions
- How many music programmes are there in New Zealand?
- 31 music programmes at 6 universities in New Zealand are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- How much does a music degree in New Zealand cost?
- The median yearly tuition for bachelor's programmes in music in New Zealand is 26,888 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 23,076 USD and 26,888 USD per year.
- Can I study music in New Zealand in English?
- Yes — 100% of the music programmes in New Zealand in our catalogue are taught in English (31 of 31).
More on studying in New Zealand: tuition statistics , application deadlines or the country guide .
Planning to study music in New Zealand?
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