Text size
Go to top

Certificate in Pop Music Writing

Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
Latest Courses / Seminars Vplus Creative Industries
Overview
Programme Code
DE424206Q
Subject Area
Art & Design
Programme Type
Certificate
Offering Institution
Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
Contact Hours
24
Duration
24 Hour(s)
Programme Class
Please contact peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk for the details of class commencement date

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 Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of Certificate in Pop Music Writing, learners are expected to be able to:

  • Create melodies with musical accompaniment by employing popular music theory, music composition and arrangement techniques; and
  • Produce high quality music work in the genres of popular music.

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

Please visit PEEC website for details: https://hkdi.edu.hk/en/peec/peec_programme.php?peec_programme=certificate-in-pop-music-writing

 

Remark:
This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [4]).

Enrollment

  1. Press the “Apply Online” button at the right-top corner of this page
  2. Complete the Online Application Form
  3. Upload the supporting documents required (e.g. for academic qualifications and work experiences)
  4. Settle the tuition fee (by bill payment via online banking or ATM; or by a crossed cheque payable to “Vocational Training Council”)
  5. Submit the cheque or proof of the bill payment.
    • Bill Payment proof: ATM receipt or online payment confirmation (PDF or screencap; should include the bank name, payment status, transaction date, paid amount, and bill account code); can be submitted by email.
    • Cheque: write down your full name and the programme title on the back

Payment Methods and Bill Account Codes

 

Notes for Applicants:

  1. It is necessary for applicants to supply their personal data and to provide all the information required in the application documents, as otherwise, the Institute may be unable to process and consider their applications.
  2. To study in Hong Kong, all non-local applicants are required to obtain a student visa issued by the Immigration Department of the HKSAR Government, except for those admitted to Hong Kong for employment or as dependants, who do not need prior approval before taking up part-time studies. It is the responsibility of individual applicants to make appropriate visa arrangements. Admission to an HKDI programme/workshop does not guarantee the issue of a student visa. Applicants may wish to note that part-time courses are generally not considered by the Immigration Department for visa purposes.
  3. Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
  4. Early Bird Discount will be counted on the postmark date (for cheque) or the transaction date (for bill payment).
  5. Commencement of classes depends on enrollment or other unexpected circumstances. The Institute reserves the right to make changes to the schedule, programme content, mode of teaching, and other advertised programme information. The Institute also reserves the right to cancel a course if there is insufficient number of enrollments.
  6. The information provided in the form will be used by VTC for admission, academic and programme administration, research, statistical, and marketing (including direct marketing) purposes.
  7. Assignments and works of students (in any formats, e.g. photos, videos, printouts, etc; including activities in and outside the classroom) may be used for teaching and marketing (including direct marketing) purposes.

 

Tel: 3928 2777 Email: peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk

Online Email Enquiry


Icon Description
Icon Description:
  • Apply Online
  • Continuing Professional Development
  • New Industrialisation and Technology Training Programme
  • Putonghua Course
  • Chinese Courses for Non-Chinese Speakers
  • Latest Courses / Seminars
  • Continuing Education Fund
  • Vocational English Programmes
  • Putonghua Shuiping Ceshi
  • Vplus Engineering
  • Vplus Creative Industries
  • Vplus Health and Life Sciences