The Degree of Bachelor of Music (Honours) – BMus(Hons)

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have:

a completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Music from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Music from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.

2 Equivalence in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 A student admitted to this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.

4 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 160 points.

5 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Bachelor of Music (Honours) Schedule.

6 Course(s) selected for this qualification must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

7 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

8 In any course that includes performance work of a practical nature a student must comply with the requirements for that course as specified by the Programme Director.

9 a The research project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate or its representative, on the recommendation of the Programme Director.

b The research project topic must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The research project must be completed and submitted as specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.

10 A student may apply to reassign the courses passed for this degree to the Graduate Diploma in Music or Postgraduate Diploma in Music.

11 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.

12 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

13 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.