Certificate in Pop Music Writing (DE424206Q) NEW
| Course Code |
QF Level |
QF |
QF Validity Period |
Study Mode |
Duration | |
| DE424206Q | 4 | 21/000373/L4 | 01/06/2021- 31/08/2026 | Part-time | 24 hrs (~2 mths) |
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| Remarks: |
| (1) Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the programme is cancelled. |
| (2) This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4). |
| (3) Teaching Language: English (supplemented with Cantonese if necessary) |
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A government subsidy Vplus is available for our part-time students of QF registered programme(s).
| Eligibility: | HK Permanent Resident Identity Card holders |
| Reimbursement %: | 60% |
| Max. Reimbursement: | HK$36,000 |
| Ceiling No. of Prog.: | More than one eligible programme (until used up of the max. reimbursement) |
| Application Period: | Within 30 days from the programme commencement |
Programme Strengths and Objectives
Strengths
- Fruitful and intensive content covers pop music structure, composition, sequencing and post-production;
- Learners will know the signal routing in the prevalent software of professional music production for unique setup of digital audio workstation in the hope of enhancing interactivity between learners and teachers;
- Vplus Creative Industries subsidy available, eligible students can reimburse 60% of the fee paid (up to a max. of $36,000).
Objectives
- Equip students with profession-specific knowledge and skills for popular music writing; and
- Nurture students’ sensitivity of music in terms of audible elements for popular music writing.
Programme Outlines
- Song structure and rhythm session
- Melodic structure
- Melody-harmony relationship and harmonization skills
- Orchestration and arrangement
Commencement and Application
| Intake | 1 |
| Commencement | 11 Apr 2024 |
| Target Completion | 30 May 2024 |
| Class Day | Thu |
| Class Time | 19:00 - 22:00 |
| Venue | MS Teams / HKDI |
| Early Bird Deadline | 4 Nov 2023 |
| Online Application | APPLY HERE |
Course Fee
| Full Fee | HK$6,000 |
| Early Bird Fee (10% off) | HK$5,400 |
| bodw+ Member Fee (10% off) (details) |
HK$5,400 |
| After Vplus Reimbursement (based on early bird fee) |
HK$2,160 (saved HK$3,240) |
➞ Payment Methods
Remark: Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the course is cancelled.
Financial Aids
Entry Requirements
Basic Qualification
| (a) | - | Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent; OR |
| - | Five HKCEE subjects at Grade E / Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent; OR | |
| - | Completion of a QF Level 3 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board; OR | |
| - | Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 3 or above AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written; OR | |
| - | Other relevant verifiable prior learning and/or work experience that is/are deemed appropriate by respective Programme Board AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written. | |
| (b) | ABRSM Theory in Grade 5 at Pass or above, or equivalent. | |
| (c) | Applicants are required to have at least 1 year relevant working experience. | |
| (d) | Basic instrumental skill and/or music production experience are preferred. | |
| (e) | An interview may also be required on need basis. |
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants, i.e. those aged 21 or above with at least two years’ relevant working experience, can be admitted. Where appropriate, the applicant may be required to pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form.
Documents Required for Application
1) Completed Application Form (Online)
2) Upload Copy of proof for Academic Qualifications
3) Upload Copy of proof for Working Experience
Contact Us
3928 2777 
peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk
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HKDI reserves the right to make changes to the schedule, course content and advertised course information.
HKDI保留修改課程內容、上課日期、或其他課程資料的權利。
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