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Stellenbosch University

Postgraduate Diploma in Film Music

The Postgraduate Diploma in Film Music in Arts is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Postgraduate Diploma in Film Music offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Offering training in advanced theory and practical applications in the field of music over one year full-time, the programme familiarises students with a variety of concepts and theoretical frameworks in the subject field of film music. The modular nature of the coursework introduces students gradually to the fundamental theoretical concepts that aid the creative processes.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Film Music is designed to support practitioners who are currently working in the film music industry, but who do not have any formal background in music. Formal music education is therefore not an entry requirement for this programme.

Programme Structure

Advanced theory and practical applications in the field of film music.

Duration of Programme

The programme extends over one academic year.

Programme Content

Compulsory Modules

Film Music Creation (48)

Composition (24)

Research Methodology (Music) (12)

 

Assessment and Examination

Assignments, consisting of practical and written components, are required. Assignments are assessed externally.