Advanced Diploma in Practical Music at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A one-year Advanced Diploma offering specialised performance training in music, equipping you to teach your main instrument. Practical instruction is given in piano, organ and all modern orchestral instruments, as well as singing, harpsichord, guitar, choir conducting and recorder.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: One year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Performing artist, accompanist, music teacher or conductor; studies might allow admission to the BMus with specialisation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You must have a Diploma (Practical Music) or another qualification in music approved by Senate. Selection is by audition at the Department of Music in Stellenbosch; applicants without the necessary qualifications may be accepted on condition of supplementary work.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.su.ac.za/en/apply/undergrad

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