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How to become a composer

Compare programmes, entry requirements and universities for becoming a Composer.

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University requirements

Compare the APS and subject requirements for programmes that can lead to Composer. Universities use different APS scales, so check your marks against each university separately.

BMus (Music Technology)

Degree

BMus (Music Technology)

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

APS 350
Faculty of Humanities4 years

Subject requirements

Maths 50%+Technical Maths 55%+Maths Lit 55%+English 50%+

NBT components: AL, QL

BMus (Music Technology) Extended Curriculum

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

APS 330
Faculty of Humanities5 years

Subject requirements

Maths 45%+Technical Maths 50%+Maths Lit 50%+English 50%+

NBT components: AL, QL

Diploma in Music (Curriculum 2)

Diploma

Diploma in Music (Curriculum 2)

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

APS 290
Faculty of Humanities3 years

Subject requirements

Maths 40%+Technical Maths 45%+Maths Lit 45%+English 50%+

Diploma in Performing Arts

Diploma

Diploma in Performing Arts

Tshwane University of Technology

APS 20
Code DPPE20Faculty of Arts and Design3 years

Subject requirements

English 50%+

Campus: Arts Campus

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