Students who have completed the Higher Certificate in Music Performance can apply their skills in a variety of community music projects, and good academic performance in this qualification will equip graduates to progress to diploma studies in music.
Admission requirements:
General minimum admission requirements:
• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate: Vocational (NCV) Level 4, or an AP of 18 – 24 for admission to Bachelors Degree.
• Four subjects on level 3 (40%–49%).
• Language of instruction on level 3 (40%) for all options.
Faculty-specific admission requirements:
Economic and Management Sciences:
Commerce route study option: Mathematics on level 3 (40%) or higher.
Administration route study option: Mathematics is not a requirement to study this option.
The duration of the course is four years.
NB: You will not be allowed to change from an Administration to a Commerce program.
Higher Certificate in Music Performance Career
Performer.
Music Education (e.g.teacher or Tutor)
Arts Administration.
Theatre work.
A&R, Promotion & Booking.
Artist Management.
Music Producer
Is a career in music worth it?
Yes, a music degree is worth it for most aspiring musicians.
Music degrees are essential for employment in the music industry as well as building well-rounded musicians.
However, in some areas of music, a degree may not be necessary.