Field: Arts and Crafts

Review of Music New Zealand qualifications

Reviewed qualifications

Ref

Version

Qualification Title (Level)

Credits

3418

1

New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4)

120

3431

1

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 5)

120

3432

1

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 6)

240

 

Review information

Qualification Developer

Toi Mai Workforce Development Council

Reason for the review

Scheduled review of qualifications

Review date

June 2024

Outcome date

November 2024

Next review date

November 2029

 

Summary of review and consultation process

The Music qualifications were reviewed by Toi Mai Workforce Development Council as part of the five-year review cycle. The review was overseen by a specialist advisory group consisting of representatives from the sector and of providers currently offering programmes leading to the qualifications.

Following preliminary engagements across the sector, an advisory group was convened at the end of January 2024 to complete draft revision to the qualifications. The advisory and related working groups had further meetings from February through April, after which the proposed changes were distributed for consultation through an online survey and discussions with key stakeholders. Consultation feedback was integrated into the final versions as appropriate.

 

Main changes resulting from the review process

Main changes

The General conditions for programmes were updated for clarity and to strengthen requirements for programmes to support diversity and inclusion, including an emphasis on te ao Māori and other cultural perspectives.

·       New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4) [Ref: 3418]

·       The strategic purpose statement was amended to clarify the purpose of the qualification as providing a fundamental skillset for those pursuing employment in the music and related industries.

·       The graduate profile outcomes (GPOs) were updated to align with current industry needs.

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 5) [Ref: 3431]

·       The strategic purpose statement was amended to indicate its purpose as an entry point into the music industry as a professional musician.

·       The GPOs were updated to align with current industry needs and terminology, including a broader scope for performance and a strengthened focus on professional practice.

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 6) [Ref: 3432]

·       The strategic purpose statement was amended to clarify operational scope where graduates will be able to operate independently as professional musicians.

·       The GPOs were updated to align with current industry needs and terminology.

Review outcome

Ref:

Version

Reviewed qualification

Outcome category

New qualification ID/version

(as applicable)

3418

1

New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4)

B-New version of qualification

3418-2

 

3431

1

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 5)

B-New version of qualification

3431-2

 

3432

1

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 6)

B-New version of qualification

3432-2

 

Qualification review outcome categories

Outcome

Result

Category

Minor changes to the qualification

Qualification version number and ID (Ref) remain the same

New review date is required

A

Moderate changes to the qualification

New qualification version number

ID (Ref) remains the same

New review date is required

B

Significant changes to the qualification

New replacement qualification with a new ID (Ref)

The existing qualification will expire

C

The qualification is no longer required by industry

The qualification will expire with no replacement

D

Transition information

Ref:

Version

Qualification Title (Level)

Last date of entry*

Last date of assessment

3418

1

New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4)

N/A

31 December 2026

3431

1

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 5)

N/A

31 December 2026

3432

1

New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 6)

N/A

31 December 2026

*only required for outcome category C or D

 

Any additional information

People currently enrolled in programmes leading to these qualifications may complete the requirements by their individual designated last dates of assessment, or where applicable, transfer to the replacement versions.

It is the intention of the qualification developer that no existing learner be disadvantaged by these transition arrangements. Any person who considers they have been disadvantaged may contact:

Toi Mai Workforce Development Council

PO Box 445

Wellington 6140

 

Phone: 04 909 0316

Email: qualifications@toimai.nz

Website: www.toimai.nz