The Music Technology programme offers theoretical knowledge of the practice of music technology, and the skills to record, produce and programme music in a PC- based multi-track digital/analogue recording studio.

The interdisciplinary BMus option allows students to widen the scope of their degree by adding a second, non-music area of specialisation to their programme. On completion of this qualification, students will have attained a comprehensive and systematic knowledge base in the field of music and a depth of knowledge in the non-music field. Students will have a coherent and critical understanding of the theories and practices in the field of music and an ability to conduct research and critique advanced scholarship in a non-music field.

In addition to a core curriculum of music subjects, the BMus General allows candidates a wide scope of elective options, both within and beyond the field of music. Students will be able to present and communicate academic and/ or professional work effectively, catering for a variety of audiences by using a range of different media appropriate to the context. The qualification has been structured in such a manner as to promote transformation in music in the broadest sense. Learning programmes will contribute to the personal development of the individual student and to social and economic development by applying the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes.

The Bachelor of Visual Arts begins with a generic first year of study. On successful completion of this year students apply for selection into either the Fine Art or the Design stream. The first-year programme provides a broad base of skills and competencies that includes visual literacy, creative problem solving, design skills, sound drafting skills, some technical and technological proficiency; the ability to work in an extended range of media, both traditional and non- traditional, and appropriate experience at developing concepts and realising these in both two- and three- dimensional form; the ability to function as part of a team and the ability to articulate concepts both visually and verbally. The Design streams include: • Fashion and Textiles • Graphic Design • Photography The Fine Art streams include: • Drawing • Ceramics • Painting • Printmaking • Sculpture

Enabling students to function within the wide parameters of the world of fashion, equipping them with the ability to adapt to the fast-changing needs of the clothing and fashion industry, and providing a range of textile knowledge are the objectives of this programme. It allows the student flexibility to respond readily to the fashion or textile influences. Individual design and product development constitutes a major part of the studies, with personal style being strongly encouraged throughout the course. The programme allows the student to explore interest areas of a specialised nature including formal design and merchandising as it relates to the fashion, interiors and textile industry or technological innovation with regards to hi-tech fibres, knitting and weaving systems.

This programme enables students to develop creative approaches to solving graphic communication problems. The programme also provides students with comprehensive training that will equip them to establish their own business and to find productive employment as designers in advertising, publishing, packaging, and related fields within commerce and industry.

This programme equips students with a comprehensive knowledge of photographic or imaging processes, materials and apparatus, through hands-on experience in the field, studio or on professional assignment.

This programme offers training in the following disciplines: • Sculpture • Painting • Printmaking • Drawing (visualisation techniques) • Ceramics The student may select two of these specialisations. Together with drawing, professional practice and art theory the accent is on research, creative practice problem solving and process skills essential for contemporary art production. Training in small business management, basic marketing skills, personal and professional time management, as well as communication skills is an integral aspect of the programme.

The Music Education programme develops students’ critical ability to analyse theories of music education, and equips them to apply effective teaching and learning strategies in music education.

The Performing Arts programme equips learners with the ability to work as performing artists in a creative environment, and stylistic insight into the performance requirements of music.