Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

BA in Music

Bachelor 3 years Full-time NSFAS Funded
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
3 Years
NQF Level
7
Campus
Main Campus
Language
Afrikaans and English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

A three-year degree in music requiring a practical standard equivalent to Grade VII in classical music. Prepares graduates for careers as music teachers, performers, conductors, and in music-related professions.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects

  • Home Language 3 40–49%
  • First Additional Language 3 40–49%

Additional Requirements

  • NSC aggregate of at least 60% excluding Life Orientation
  • Home Language 50%
  • First Additional Language 40%
  • Practical standard equivalent to Grade VII in classical music
  • Theoretical knowledge equivalent to Grade V theory
  • If taking Mathematics as university subject: Mathematics 70%
Audition and theoretical test required at the Department of Music in Stellenbosch. Contact auditions@sun.ac.za for details.
Career Opportunities
Private music teacher, conductor, performing artist, accompanist Music journalist, music therapist, high school teacher
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