The Diploma in Practical Music equips students with technical proficiency in their chosen instrument or voice, alongside foundational music theory, ensemble performance, and music education skills. It is designed to prepare graduates for careers in performance, music teaching, and the broader South African creative and cultural industries. The qualification balances practical performance training with theoretical and contextual music studies relevant to the diverse South African musical landscape.
- A National Senior Certificate with at least 40% in each of four school subjects (excluding Life Orientation).
- In the main instrument (or in singing) at least a practical standard
in classical music equivalent to the Grade VII examination and
theoretical knowledge equivalent to any of the examining bodies’
Grade III/IV theory examination. - Candidates must be available for an audition and theoretical
test at the Department of Music in Stellenbosch, where they must
demonstrate proof of the required standards. Upon receiving
your application, we send you information about the audition.
Further information at [email protected].
