National Diploma: Musical Theatre at Tshwane University of Technology

The Musical Theatre Course is designed to develop the “Triple Threat” performer who can Sing, Dance, and Act. The course develops the artistic, creative, technical, and professional skills that are needed to prepare for a varied high level and sustainable career in Musical Theatre.

How to apply for admission

To apply for admission, please visit www.tut.ac.za.

A valid e-mail address is required before an electronic application can be submitted.

An e-mail address can be obtained from any one of the free e-mail providers, such as www.hotmail.com or

www.yahoo.com, or www.gmail.com. A non-refundable fee of R240 for application can be deposited beforehand at:
ABSA BANK

ACCOUNT NUMBER: 04 000 000 3

• In the Reference column, please fill in your identity number.

NB. Do not use this account number for any further payments.

Reference number

When the application has been processed, the applicant will be allocated a unique reference number (his/her student number) for identification purposes.

Admission status

• To check your status, please visit www.tut.ac.za,
• Click on MENU,
• Click on STUDY AT TUT,
• Click on I WANT TO STUDY,
• Click on Check your admission status,
• Enter your id number,
• Click on submit.
A new screen will open with your reference number.

Your status will be displayed and you can view and print a copy of the letter available.

Admission requirement(s) and Selection criteria:

For Applicants who obtained a Senior Certificate

Admission requirement(s):

A Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification, as well as a talent for singing, acting, and dancing.

An age limit of 25 years on admission.

Selection criteria:

Selection is based on an audition, TUT potential assessment, and a personal interview.

• For Applicants who obtained a National Senior Certificate

Admission requirement(s):

A National Senior Certificate with a bachelor’s degree or a diploma endorsement, or an equivalent qualification, with an achievement level of at least 3 for English (home language or first additional language).

Selection criteria:

To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 18.

Assessment procedures:

Applicants with an APS of 18 and more will be invited for an audition and a structured interview with a panel.

The APS will contribute 20% to the final admission score, the physique will contribute 35%, movement quality will contribute 25%, and communication skills will contribute 20%.

For Applicants with National Certificate(Vocational):

Admission requirement(s):

A National Certificate (Vocational) with at least 50% for English (home language or first additional language) and 50% for Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, 50% for Life Orientation (excluded for APS calculation), 60% for any other three compulsory vocational subjects and 50% for the fourth subject.

Selection criteria:

To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 27.

Minimum duration:

Three years.