Program Overview

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Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Conjoint BMus/LLB(Hons)

The Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Conjoint BMus/LLB(Hons) is a program that allows students to complete a BMus and the LLB(Hons) in less time and with fewer points than it would take to complete the two degrees separately. This conjoint program promotes creative and independent thinking, which are sought-after qualities in any industry.

Programme Overview

The BMus/LLB(Hons) conjoint program enables students to advance their musical expertise and knowledge while gaining an understanding of legal ethics, professional responsibility, and the role law plays in society. The program is particularly relevant to the entertainment industry, which has unique legal and management opportunities that require specialized knowledge.

Programme Structure

The BMus/LLB(Hons) takes 5.5 years (11 semesters) if studied full-time. Students need to complete 735 points, including:

• 255 points from BMus courses
• 465 points from LLB/LLB(Hons) courses
• 15 points General Education course

In the first year, students must complete three Stage I core LLB/LLB(Hons) courses and four Stage I courses from the BMus. The subsequent years involve a mix of Law and Music courses. To complete the program in 5.5 years, students must maintain a higher load than the standard 120 points per year.

Subjects Available

The program offers a range of subjects, including:

• Composition
• Creative Practice: Classical
• Creative Practice: Composition
• Creative Practice: Jazz
• Creative Practice: Popular Music
• Jazz
• Law
• Music Education
• Music Studies
• Musicology
• Performance
• Songcraft and Music Production

Entry Requirements

Entry into the BMus/LLB(Hons) is by invitation for high-achieving Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Laws (BMus/LLB) Part II students. To be considered for the Honours program in Law, students must achieve a B+ average or higher across all their law courses at the completion of LLB Part II.

Fees

The fees for the program vary for domestic and international students. For 2026, the estimated fees are:

• Domestic students: NZ$8,206.80 $12,578.40
• International students: NZ$47,218 $53,124

Key Dates

• Application closing dates: Semester One 2026 - 8 December 2025
• Start dates: Semester One 2026 - 2 March 2026

Career Opportunities

Studying Music and Law opens up opportunities as a professional musician or singer, within broadcasting, film, media, social research, entertainment law, and arts and cultural management. Potential jobs include:

• Arts manager
• Barrister or solicitor
• Copyright lawyer
• Entertainment lawyer
• In-house legal counsel
• Social researcher
• TV/film music analyst or adviser

Further Study Options

Graduates may pursue further study options such as:

• Graduate Certificate in Law
• Graduate Diploma in Law
• Bachelor of Music (Honours)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Law
• Master of Laws
• Master of Taxation Studies

This program provides a unique combination of music and law, offering students a wide range of career opportunities and the ability to pursue their passion for music while gaining a strong understanding of legal principles.