IB PYP

Mode & Duration
12 Months of full-time study

Timetable
Mondays – Fridays:
08.30 – 15.30 hrs

Certificate in Music Studies

Certificate in Music is a one-year full-time course that gives students the framework and resources to immerse themselves in building a strong foundation in music knowledge and skills. The course provides you with structured modules, such as music theory, aural training, and the principal study as well as language and Diction learning. Successful graduates will be fully prepared to enrol in our Diploma in Music course.

Basic Info

Course Objectives

The objective of this course is to prepare students for the

Course Title / Course Code Certificate in Music / CIM12
Course Content (Subjects) Compulsory subjects:
Music Theory, Aural Training, Language & Diction, Principal Study

* There are no lessons on all public holidays scheduled by the government of Singapore.

Course Methodology

Learning is mainly in a classroom setting.

Teaching methods are varied including:
Interactive Tutorials (including use of IT)
Group work
Group discussion

Entry Requirements

Minimum Age: 15 years old
Academic Level : Completed Secondary 3, Junior Middle School, or its International equivalent level
Skills & Musicianship Test :
  • Pass AAIS’s Music Theory Placement Test
  • Pass AAIS’s Audition:
    1.  Instrumentalists: 3 to 6 minutes’ performance, TWO contrasting pieces
    2. Singers: 3 to 6 minutes’ performance, TWO contrasting songs
Language Proficiency :
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 3.5 administered by the British Council, or
  • GCE ‘N’ Level English Language – Pass
  • Other English Language Proficiency Tests (TOEFL etc) – will be considered on a case-by-case basis

In case applicants who are unable to provide documentary, evidence showing the necessary the English Language proficiency, is required to sit for an English Placement Test.

Mode of Internal Assesments

  • Diagnostic Test
  • Music Theory Placement Test
  • Auditions – Instrumentalist or Singer
  • Written tests and examinations
  • Oral Exam
  • Assignments and projects

Course Completion

  • Students must pass the requirements of assessment for each module.
  • Student must attain a minimum of 90% attendance to complete the course.
  • A certificate will be awarded upon course completion
  • The grading scheme for the tests and examinations are as follows:
    Range of Marks Grades
      80 and above A
      70 – 79 B
      60 – 69 C
      50 – 59 D
      49 and below F

Course Fees

Fee Breakdown
[shows the full breakdown of total payable course fees]		 Total Payable (with GST, if any) (S$)
Course Fee S$ 12,974.00
Equipment & Student Development Fee S$ 2,140.00
Teaching Material Fee —
Internal Exam Fee —
Medical Insurance Fee S$ 149.80
Total Fees Payable S$ 15,236.80

*The publication is intended as a general guide. The information is correct at the time of printing. Ascensia International School reserves the right to alter any information without prior notice. ( Effective 6 December 2019 Intake)

**Total Fee for International Student Included：Application fee, Tuition Fee，Material Fee，Assessment Fee，Medical Insurance，FPS Insurance.

** All payments made are non-transferable.

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