Description
The emphasis of this unique course is on personalised learning and genuine professional development suited to those interested in the arts and entertainment industries. The programme forges a combination of creative and critical skills and knowledge, as well as developing students’ technical expertise. It is designed to create a stimulating and interactive environment to promote individual and collective learning. Students will be taught via a blend of methods including lectures, professional practice modules, conversations with experts, critical reflections, self-directed study and consultations
Assessment is tailored to the module contents and learning objectives predominantly through coursework – performances, essays, creative performance critiques; compositions; contextual studies, aural and musicianship skills, stylistic studies, professional skills such as career skills, and instrumental/vocal teaching skills and conducting classes. They will also develop the craft, perspectives and dispositions of an artist, which will enrich their journey in any field beyond Capital College of the Arts, Management and Technology.
Level Award
Certificate
Career Pathways
Upon successful completion of the 8-month Foundation Certificate Studies, graduates will qualify for one of the Diploma programmes:
- Arts Management
- Business Administration
- Dance (Performance)
- Design
- Digital Commerce and Entrepreneurship
- Music Performance
- Musical Theatre
- Visual Arts
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 years old
- Minimum of two ‘N’ Level subject passes: ELMAB3 (English Language), Mathematics, Best 3 other subjects) aggregate score of 15 points or better, excluding CCA Bonus Points; OR
- Higher Nitec or their equivalent; AND
- Minimum academic qualification, or its equivalent;
- Pass an interview.
- Pass an audition or portfolio presentation; from ONE of these tracks:- Music Performance: Solo Audition – a 5 minutes performance by the applicant on their main/principal instrument; OR- Musical Theatre: Solo Audition – a 3-4 minutes performance by the applicant, a song from a musical; OR- Visual Arts: a portfolio of work (drawing, painting, or photography) by the applicant; AND
- Other qualifications which will be considered on a case-by case basis.
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Minimum English proficiency requirements
English Proficiency Requirements
Course Structure
- Communication Across Cultures
- Critical Thinking and Ways of Seeing
- Economics and Financial Literacy
- Information Technology and Computer Skills
- Introduction to Study Skills
- Global Perspectives and the Human Experience
- The 2 arts related modules will support and develop students’ artistic education and training.
- Inter-Arts Disciplinary Studies
- Music Performance, Musical Theatre or Visual Arts (one of the three tracks)
Teacher-Student Ratio
- Tutorial 1:25
- Lectural 1:80
Graduation Requirements:
- Attendance requirement
- Module Grade: minimum 50% for each module.
Duration
6.25 Months – 2 semesters (full-time)
Academic Calendar
Fees
Total Tuition Fees: SGD$12,800 (subjected to 9% GST)
excluding non-tuition fees and miscellaneous fees
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