Doctor of Music: Performance and Composition
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an advanced higher-education music qualification focused on developing expertise in musical performance and composition. It is located within the Music subfield and is set at NQF Level 8, with 240 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic and creative development in music performance or composition, particularly those interested in deepening their practice in one or both of these areas. Suitability and admission depend on the institution's requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward music performance, composition and related creative or academic activities. It does not guarantee employment, professional recognition or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced musical performance
- Musical composition
- Creative development in music
- Independent music practice
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Music: Performance and Composition
- SAQA ID
- 10641
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Music
- Originator
- University of Cape Town
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Check the institution's current admission requirements.
- Ask the institution about the applicable assessment, performance, composition and any workplace or practical requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the published qualification details remain current.