The South African College of Music
The University of Cape Town's music department is known internationally as the South African College of Music (SACM) and is considered to be the leading music school in South Africa.
Academic Programmes
SACM offers programmes specialising in African and World Music, Jazz Studies, Classical Music, Opera, Music Technology and Musicology.
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For UCT study in 2027, undergraduate applications open in April 2026 and close 31 July 2026, while postgraduate applications opened in April 2026 and close on 30 September 2026.
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News
A Toast to Glamour, Laughter and Opera
Raise a glass and escape into a world of glamour, intrigue, and sparkling music as Opera UCT presents Johann Strauss II’s effervescent operetta Die Fledermaus, directed by Christine Crouse.
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UCT Jazz Festival Returns in September 2025
The South African College of Music at the University of Cape Town is proud to announce the return of its much-anticipated annual UCT Jazz Festival, taking place from 23 to 25 September 2025.
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Discover the Lighter Side of Opera – And Tomorrow’s Stars – at the 4th Aviva Pelham Operetta Competition
Lovers of music, theatre and emerging talent, take note! The 4th Aviva Pelham Operetta Competition will take centre stage on 4 August, 7pm at the Baxter Theatre - promising a dazzling evening of charm, sparkle and musical brilliance.
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