Foundation [Subject to Review Mar 2024]

Partnership description

These programmes are validated, awarded by and quality assured by Middlesex University, UK and are delivered and assessed by KM Music Conservatory, India.


The Foundation Certificate is a one-year programme (July-May) that builds the foundational knowledge, skill and competency necessary for undergraduate education. The programme lays the groundwork for the level of competence in piano, guitar, percussion, violin, vocal music, and Western and Hindustani musical traditions that is required to obtain a degree in music. On successful completion of the course, the "Foundation Certificate Music" is obtained.

The current course fee for the Foundation Certificate Programme amounts to INR 7,00,000/- per year, exclusive of food and accommodation. The fee can be subjected to change for the Foundation Certificate Programme as and when required only prior to the commencement of any upcoming academic year. Fees once paid cannot be refunded.

Food and accommodation (near to the campus) expenses can amount to INR 8,000/- per month and upwards based on the preference and requirement of each student.

KM Music Conservatory is proud of its affiliation with Middlesex University in London, UK [https://www.mdx.ac.uk/business-and-partnerships/academic-partnerships/our-partners/global-partners/km-music-conservatory-india]. Students joining the Foundation Certificate Programme that runs in articulation and collaborative partnership with Middlesex University need to abide by University regulations at Middlesex as per the information provided in the link below:
[https://www.mdx.ac.uk/about-us/policies]

On successfully completing the programme, the student receives a Middlesex award before progressing to the KMMC Diploma. Our Foundation programme is one of the accepted qualifications for entry to the KMMC Diploma—the latter can be used to form the first two years of the BA (Hons) Music degree at Middlesex University.

For more information on the BA (Hons) Music at Middlesex, kindly visit:
https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/music

Your Programme

Programme Diagram

Foundation Certificate in Music

KMMC011
Performance
Foundations
FHEQ Lvl 3
30 Credits
Compulsory

KMMC012
Composition &
Technology
Foundations
FHEQ Lvl 3
30 Credits
Compulsory
KMMC013
Fundamentals of
Theory and
Musicianship
FHEQ Lvl 3
30 Credits
Compulsory
KMMC014
Introduction to
Music History and
Professional Skills
FHEQ Lvl 3
30 Credits
Compulsory

The above diagram may be seen as part of a progression for the student onto a complete Honours degree in Music at Middlesex University, London. A Diploma course follows on naturally from the Music Foundation. Students successfully completing the subsequent Diploma programme at KM Music Conservatory will be accepted onto the final year of the BA (lions) Music subject to satisfying necessary VISA requirements.

Your Modules

Your first year modules
The modules you will study

KMMC011
KMMC012
KMMC013
KMMC014
30 credits
30 credits
30 credits
30 credits

Total Compulsory Modules 120 credits

Students must pass ALL of the above modules in order to receive the Foundation and to be eligible for entry onto the Diploma programme.

KMMC011 Performance Foundations
Western Performance on Primary Instrument
Indian Performance on Primary Instrument
Performance Ensemble
KMMC012 Composition & Technology Foundations
Basics of Composition and Notation
Basics of Studio
Basics of Production
KMMC013 Fundamentals of Theory and Musicianship
Western Classical Music Theory
Western Classical Musicianship:

- Aural Skills
- Sight-Singing
- Keyboard Skills

Hindustani Music Theory & Musicianship

KMMC014 Introduction to Music History & Professional Skills
Overview of Western Music History (Renaissance to Contemporary)
Overview of Indian Music History
Academic and Study Skills
Professional Skills Development

Enrolment criteria

  • Ages: 16+
  • Completed application form and fee
  • English proficiency: Applicants must have earned a “B” grade or 55% in the 10th Standard English Board Exam, or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification, to be considered for this course.
  • Interview: The interview will examine the student’s musical interests, experience and critical thinking skills.
  • Audition: Applicants are expected to either sing, or perform on their chosen instrument, and to complete basic aural exercises designed to test their general musicianship.

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