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, Composition, 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
Newly accredited music degree opens pathways for creative artists
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has secured accreditation for a new Doctor of Music (DMus) degree – a landmark achievement that places creative practice at the forefront of doctoral research in the country and across the continent.
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UCT Alumnus Ndumiso Manana named 2026 Standard Bank Young Artist for Music
The University of Cape Town proudly celebrates alumnus Ndumiso Manana, who has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Standard Bank Young Artist Award for Music.
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UCT Alumnus, Neil Barry Moss to become the new Artistic Director at Theatre Münster, Germany
UCT Alumnus, Neil Barry Moss, will become the new Artistic Director of Theatre Münster, Germany, starting with the 2027–28 season.
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Upcoming Events
6th David Aldred Memorial Prize for Sopranos
Established in 2021, the David Aldred Memorial Prize for Sopranos honours Aldred’s love of the soprano voice. SACM singers perform programmes including Strauss’s Four Last Songs, accompanied by Prof Jeremy Silver.
UCT / SU Vocal Collaboration
Opera UCT joins forces with the vocal division of Stellenbosch University for their sixth annual collaboration, presenting a sparkling selection of Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes as this year’s theme.
Ubuntu in Sound
“Ubuntu in Sound”is a dynamic Africa Month music-and-movement concert celebrating the essence of unity through African folkloric and contemporary performances.