University degrees: Courses
Course length: 1 year full-time
Course city: Johannesburg
Overview
The Higher Certificates (HC) courses at AFDA are 1-year NQF level 5 programmes designed to lay a foundation of basic skills and learning to enter the creative economy at an assistant level, as well as enable further access to degree level education for first year in the BA or BCom degrees at AFDA. In addition to gaining insight into sectors of the creative economy, a Higher Certificate at AFDA will develop your capacity for learning through collaboration and an intrinsic practical understanding of disciplines and career possibilities in media and entertainment.
The Higher Certificate in Radio & Podcasting focusses on the basic skills to be able to work at a radio station and/or in podcasting recording. The programme will prepare students with the understanding of logistical and technical running of a radio/ podcast production. This includes learning about radio genres, presentation styles, basic station management, studio equipment, field sound recording devices, copyright, legislative frameworks, transmission research and preparation as well as voice performance skills.
Contact the Johannesburg campus about visiting the campus for a consultation, attending an Open Day or for more information about the Higher Certificate Programmes.
THE GOAL
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To graduate with an accredited and registered degree or higher certificate
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To be part of an internationally recognized education institution
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To be empowered with competitive, professional and innovative skills
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To become part of a network of highly talented artists, entrepreneurs & practitioners
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To contribute to nation-building by growing the creative economy