Master of Philosophy in Film Music at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Philosophy in Film Music offers advanced research into film music fundamentals and strengthens knowledge of film scoring through systematic study of film scores, orchestration, theory and technology.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Department: Music | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Advanced theory and practical applications in film music, including Composition (90 credits) and a Thesis (Film Music).

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Entry requirements

A BMus Honours, a four-year BMus or the Postgraduate Diploma in Film Music, or any other qualification approved by Senate; supplementary work may be a prerequisite depending on background. Acceptance of the research proposal depends on successful completion of Research Methodology 414. Applicants lacking basic music prerequisites may be considered under the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

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.

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