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Programme: DMus Composition

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Code	Faculty	Department
01262006	Faculty of Humanities	Department: School of the Arts

Credits	Duration	NQF level
Minimum duration of study: 2 years	Total credits: 360	NQF level: 10

Programme information
Curriculum: Final year

Programme information

This programme focuses on composition. The degree is also conferred for original creative work.

Admission requirements

Relevant master’s degree
A cumulative weighted average of at least 65% for the master’s degree
An admissions essay/examination may be required

Note: Additional work/modules may be required in order to reach the desired level of competency

Additional requirements

An acceptable level of proficiency in English or Afrikaans is required.

Core modules

KPS 991

Thesis and composition portfolio 991

Credits: 360.00

Module content:
Thesis and portfolio of original compositions in a contemporary, jazz, popular or indigenous style. Multi-movement work for large orchestra (with/without soloists); or Concerto for soloist/s and orchestra; Song cycle (with accompaniment); Multi-movement chamber work; Substantial work for keyboard instrument or instrumental work with keyboard accompaniment; Work for chorus (with accompaniment). Minimum duration of portfolio: 75 minutes.

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