2027 · Undergraduate
University of the Free StateHigher CertificateHigher Certificate in Music Performance
Faculty of the Humanities
NQF level5Campuses1
About this course
Higher Certificate in Music Performance develops knowledge and practical capability in creative practice, design thinking and the development of a professional portfolio. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.
What you may study
Creative theory; studio practice; visual or performance communication; history and context; digital or production methods; critique; and portfolio-based projects. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.
Other admission conditions
See page 20 of the linked official prospectus.
Possible study paths
After completing this higher certificate, graduates may apply for a cognate diploma or bachelor's degree where articulation and admission rules allow. Advanced or postgraduate study in the relevant design, creative, performance or built-environment discipline, usually subject to portfolio or audition requirements.
Where this qualification may lead
Designer; creative practitioner; production assistant; artist; performer; visual communicator; or arts administrator, depending on the specialisation and portfolio.
Study locations
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