Higher Certificate in Music Performance at University of Free Studies

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.