MUS300

Level 3 Music

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Lee.

In this Level 3 Music course, students will select either Performance or Composition as their primary focus. Performance students will prepare and present two recitals, each lasting approximately 6 minutes, and participate in two group performances. Regular lessons on your instrument or voice and daily dedicated practice are necessary for success in this area.

Composition students will create three pieces of music, either for a specific event or inspired by artwork such as a painting, photograph, or scene from a play. All students will conduct in-depth research on a music topic of their choice. Additionally, students will demonstrate leadership by organizing school music events. Throughout the year, there will be numerous performance opportunities.

Optional standards are available for further exploration. 

Prerequisites

If you have not earned enough credits in Level 2 Music or have not had lessons on your instrument or voice, you will need to schedule an interview with the Head of Department (HOD).

Pathway

Completing an NCEA Level 3 Music course can open up various career options and lead to further study. Here are some potential pathways and related tertiary courses:

Musician: Pursue a Bachelor of Music or a diploma in performance at a university or a music school.
Composer: Study Composition or Music Theory at a university or conservatory, or take courses in Film Scoring and Music Production.
Music Teacher: Enroll in a Bachelor of Education with a focus on Music, or a Bachelor of Music Education to become a qualified music teacher.
Music Production: Take courses in Audio Engineering, Music Production, or Sound Design at a tertiary institution or specialized training program.
Music Therapy: Study Music Therapy at a university that offers specialized programs in this field.
Arts Management: Pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Arts Management or a related field, focusing on event planning, marketing, and administration.
Music Journalism: Enroll in a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a focus on music, or take courses in Media Studies and Creative Writing.
Further Study: Consider advanced degrees such as a Master of Music, Master of Fine Arts, or specialized diplomas based on your career interests.

Each of these paths may require additional qualifications and training, so exploring specific programs and institutions will help you find the best fit for your goals.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 46 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 42 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 32304 v1
NZQA Info
Operate a music sequencing application
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 32305 v1
NZQA Info
Operate a music notation application
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91416 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 3.1 - Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 8
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91418 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 3.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91419 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 3.4 - Communicate musical intention by composing three original pieces of music
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 8
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91421 v3
NZQA Info
Music Studies 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of harmonic and tonal conventions in a range of music scores
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91425 v2
NZQA Info
Music Studies 3.10 - Research a music topic
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91849 v1
NZQA Info
Making Music 3.11 - Compose three original songs that express imaginative thinking
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 8
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 46
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 38

This is a University Entrance Subject.