DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
- INTAKES: March, September
- DURATION: 1 Year
Introducing Diploma in Music (DMus): Your Gateway to a Thriving Music Career!
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating musical journey with our one-year full-time DMus course. Designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in the music industry, DMus is your key to unlocking boundless opportunities in the world of music.
Through personalized one-to-one lessons, you'll receive expert guidance to nurture your musical talents and reach your full potential as a musician. But DMus goes beyond just musical performance—it offers a comprehensive approach to your holistic development as an artist. Engaging modules will broaden your musical insights while practical training sessions will enhance your competencies in various facets of the music industry.
With the knowledge gained from DMus, you'll not only be prepared for a career in music performance but also equipped to excel in roles where a deep understanding of music is essential. From stage performers to music managers, DMus sets the stage for your success in any music-related endeavor.
Upon graduating from DMus, you'll be fully primed to take the next leap in your musical education with our Advanced Diploma in Music (ADMus) course. Are you ready to turn your passion for music into a rewarding career? Let's make music magic happen together with DMus!
Graduates will receive a Diploma in Music conferred by Singapore Raffles Music College. You will have:
- A performance proficiency equivalent to the London College of Music (LCM)/Trinity Guild Hall/ABRSM Grade 8 or better in your chosen principal study,
- A music theory proficiency equivalent to the London College of Music (LCM)/Trinity Guild Hall/ABRSM Grade 7 or better.
- At least 16 years old
- 3 GCE ‘O’ Level credits (or its international equivalent)
- Pass SRMC’s Audition
- Take SRMC’s Music Theory Placement Test (The Music Theory Placement Test Guide can be found here)
- Meet English Language Requirements
Audition
- Instrumentalists: 10 – 12 minutes performance, TWO pieces from contrasting periods
- Classical Vocal Singers:Â 10 -12 minutes performance, THREE songs
- Pop Vocal/Contemporary Instrumentalists: 10 -12 minutes performance, THREE pop songs (any language)
As a guide, repertoire presented should be of Grade 7 standard.
English Language Requirements
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 4.5, or
- GCE ‘N’ / ‘O’ Level English Language – Grade C or above, or
- SRMC’s English Placement Test / SRMC’s Certificate in English – Basic, or
- Qualifications on Entry provided by student were undertaken in the English Language, or
- Duolingo English Test score of 65, or
- TOEFL iBT score of 32, or
- PTE (Academic) score of 25, or
- Other English Language Proficiency Tests (TOEFL etc) – will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Students will undertake the following modules during their course of study. Each module is worth 20 modular credits.
ONE (1) Year Course
Music Performance Track
Year One
- Performance 3A
- Performance 3B
- Foundational Music Theory*
- Intermediate Music Theory**
- Instrumental Writing
- Music Appreciation
*For students who are exempted from Foundational Music Theory, they will take Introduction to New Media instead.
**For students who are exempted from Intermediate Music Theory, they will take Business Writing instead.
| FEE PARTICULARS | 1 YEAR S($) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 15,166.06 |
| Non-Tuition Fees | Â |
| 1. Administrative, Visa & Compliance Fees | 2,100.00 |
| 2. Course Assessment & Resource Fees | 2,000.00 |
| Total Course Fee | 19,266.06 |
| Goods & Services Tax | 1,733.94 |
| Total Payable Fee | 21,000.00 |
| ADDITIONAL FEES | S($) |
|---|---|
| Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) Premium & Admin Fees * | 650.00 |
*All courses have a Fee Protection Premium
For other fees, please click here.
Note: All fees are inclusive of GST (Goods & Services Tax). The current Singapore GST is charged at a rate of 9%. All fees quoted are subject to other costs arising from government directives.
In Budget 2022, the Minister for Finance of Singapore announced that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate will be increased from:
(i) 7% to 8% with effect from 1 Jan 2023; and
(ii) 8% to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024.
Kindly refer to this link to understand how the GST rate change will affect consumers.
Students must gain 120 modular credits to graduate, by passing the assessment requirements for each module.
Diploma in Music
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