BMus (Interdisciplinary Studies)

Nelson Mandela University

BMus (Interdisciplinary Studies)

Programme Overview:

The interdisciplinary BMus option allows students to widen the scope of their degree by adding a second, non-music area of specialisation to their programme. On completion of this qualification, students will have attained a comprehensive and systematic knowledge base in the field of music and a depth of knowledge in the non-music field. Students will have a coherent and critical understanding of the theories and practices in the field of music and an ability to conduct research and critique advanced scholarship in a non-music field.

Faculty:

Faculty of Humanities

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Music (BMus)

Department:

Department of Music & Performing Arts

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

350

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

365

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

365

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 40%, or Technical Mathematics, or Mathematical Literacy – 60%. • Practical standard equivalent to Grade 6 and music theoretical standard equivalent to Grade 5 is required. • Admission is subject to departmental selection based on an audition during which an applicant must demonstrate an acceptable performance standard.

Career opportunities:

Performing artists, music teachers, various careers in the field of music technology. Various careers wherein the combination of music with a second, non-music area of specialisation is a requirement.

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