Master of Music in Music Composition at North-West University

Programme overview

Master of Music in Music Composition is an NQF level 9 master's degree in the Faculty of Humanities at North-West University, offered full-time on the Potchefstroom campus. Qualification code: 1DM P01 L801P.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities | Duration: 1-3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

What you will study

Modules include Mini-Dissertation, Composition Portfolio.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students must have obtained a minimum of 70% for composition in the final year of the BMus course. Students may be expected to present a portfolio of original compositions; Students must have obtained a minimum of 65% for the BMus IV or equivalent research assignment. The student may be required to submit this assignment to the research committee for approval to continue with his/her studies; Students must be able to demonstrate academic competence to engage in the research topic they wish to pursue; If, for specific reasons, students are unable to comply with these stipulated requirements, they may be granted permission to present the research committee with sufficient proof that they are adequately prepared for the continuation of their studies.

Higher degree (Master's and doctoral) applications close on 30 November 2026. A non-refundable administration fee of R150 (South African applicants) or R600 (international applicants) applies, payable online only.

Apply through the official page: https://studies.nwu.ac.za/studies/apply

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