Advanced Diploma In Music

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Study Level

Diploma

School

Singapore Raffles Music College

Awarded By

Singapore Raffles Music College

Available to

Local & International Students

Duration

24 Months

Course Fees

$26121 (SGD)

Delivery Mode

Full-time

Commencement Dates

March, August

The Advanced Diploma in Music (ADMus) is a full-time course that seeks to transform passionate students into music professionals that creates a positive and vibrant impact in the Arts and Music industries, both locally and beyond.

The ADMus programme blends the acquisition of performance skills, musicianship abilities to deliver a holistic development experience for the student. The course is centred on your principal study instrument for which you will receive weekly lessons. Faculty based activities include duo, chamber, ensemble and orchestral training, all of which provide performance opportunities for the student.

Modules in historical studies practical musicianship/stylistic studies, aural and professional skills provide support and depth to your studies and help develop key skills in areas such as communication, collaborative work, problem solving and study skills, with the aim to enhance employability.

Students can customise their studies by choosing from a wide variety of classes offered in the ADMus course. These classes include core modules (required by all students) and electives.

Academic Requirements

At least Grade E in any 3 GCE 'A' Level subjects (2 H2 Level and 1 H1 Level) or its international academic equivalent
Theory - Pass SRMC's Placement Test or other equivalent
Practical - Pass Audition
English Language Proficiency
- IELTS score of 5.0
- GCE 'A' Level GP or KI - Grade E or above
- IB Diploma - Pass TOK (English Medium)
- SRMC's English Placement Test
- Other English Language Proficiency Tests (TOEFL etc) will also be considered (on a case-by-case basis)

Non-Academic Requirements

At least 17 years old

Modules Covered

Year 1
- Performance Studies 1A
- Harmony And Counterpoint
- History A : Music 1600 - 1900
- Performance Studies 1B
- Music Analysis
- Pop Performance Studies 1A / Performance Studies 1A
- Audio Theory For Performance
- Desktop Composition
- Pop Performance Studies 1B / Performance Studies 1B
- Studio Recording 1
- Introduction To Music Management
- Professional Skills For Business And Finance
- Introduction to Technology
- People Management And Negotiation Skills
- Introduction to Music And Media Law
- Music Video Production
- The Role Of Music Management
Year 2
- Performance Studies 2A
- History B : Music in the 20th Century
- Performance Studies 2B
- World Music Studies
- Music Enterprise
- Pop Performance Studies 2 / Performance Studies 2A
- Composition And Arranging
- Studio Recording 2
- Composition And Arranging Workshop
- Music Recording Portfolio
- Live Concert Management
- PR And Publicity
- Agency And Promoters
- Collection Societies And Industry Associations
- Enterprise And Business Development
- Creative Promotion And Marketing Communications
- Touring Logistics And Planning

Delivery Mode

Full-time

Duration

24 months

Timetable

Monday to Friday

Commencement Dates

March
August

Assessment Methods

Written Examination
Recital Examination

Grading Criteria

A+: Above 80 marks
A: 70 – 79 marks
B: 60 – 69 marks
C: 50 – 59 marks
D: 40 - 49 marks
Fail: 0 - 39 marks

Graduation Criteria

The successful graduate must pass the assessment requirements for each module in order to gain modular credits based on the following schedule:

240 Credits

Awards

Students graduating from the course will receive an Advanced Diploma in Music from SRMC, and have a performance proficiency equivalent to the London College of Music (LCM)/Trinity Guild Hall/ABRSM Associate Diploma or better in their chosen principal study, and a music theory proficiency equivalent to the London College of Music (LCM)/Trinity Guild Hall/ABRSM Diploma or better.

Academic Progression

Students can further your studies in higher education institutes around the world.

	Amount	Remarks
Application Fee	$200.00	Non-refundable, payable upon application
Audition & Placement Test	$100.00
7% GST	$21.00
Total	$321.00

	Amount	Remarks
Course Fee	$26,121.50
Administrative, Visa & Compliance Fees	$3,500.00
Course Assessment & Resources Fees	$3,500.00
7% GST	$2,318.50
Total	$35,440.00

Career Opportunities

Administrator for Music School
Managing Agent for Performers
Composer
Conductor
Concert Manager
Music Arranger
Music Director
Performer
Project Coordinator
Reviewer
Sound Engineer
Music Teacher

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