Part-time · blended · open access

Short courses.

Focused, part-time skills programmes: online video lessons and virtual mentor sessions, with monthly practical workshops on the Bloemfontein campus (streamed for off-campus learners). Entry is Grade 10 — no prior qualification needed.

Intakes: January & June.
All fees on one page ↗

9 courses6–12 weeks · part-timeCertificate of completion

music

Next Level Music Production & Beat Programming: FL Studio

12 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Create, record, mix and master complete music projects in FL Studio
  • Program beats and build custom drum kits with the Step Sequencer and FPC
  • Compose with the Piano Roll and arrange full song structures
  • Design sounds with synthesis and collaborate in modern production workflows

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; a demonstrated interest in music production; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
3 × R1 450/month
Total
R5 800
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sound

Recording & Producing Vocals

6 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Capture, process and mix vocals for professional-sounding projects
  • Choose and position microphones for different voices and rooms
  • Set up an effective home vocal recording environment
  • Apply tuning, pitch correction and essential vocal processing

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
2 × R1 450/month
Total
R4 350
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sound

Audio Mixing for Aspiring Professionals

8 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Take a mix from session setup to a polished final bounce
  • Balance drums, bass, vocals and instruments with intent
  • Apply compression, EQ and effects without over-processing
  • Improve your listening environment and mixing judgement

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; basic DAW familiarity recommended; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
2 × R1 450/month
Total
R4 350
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sound

Audio Mastering Principles

6 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Understand the difference between mixing and mastering — and when to stop
  • Build a mastering chain: EQ, dynamics, stereo field and limiting
  • Apply loudness standards for streaming and broadcast delivery
  • Prepare mastered tracks for professional release formats

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; basic mixing experience recommended; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
2 × R1 450/month
Total
R4 350
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sound

Live Events: Sound, Lighting and Basic Staging

10 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Plan the technical production of a live event end to end
  • Set up and mix PA systems, microphones and monitors
  • Design and operate basic lighting rigs
  • Apply staging and safety fundamentals for live productions

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
3 × R1 450/month
Total
R5 800
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music

Record Labels & Music Licensing: Get Your Sound Out There

6 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Understand how labels, publishers and distributors actually work
  • Self-release and promote your music on digital platforms
  • Pitch to record labels and prepare your music for submission
  • Use licensing and publishing to create income from your catalogue

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; a demonstrated interest in music and the business side of the industry; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
2 × R1 450/month
Total
R4 350
Apply ↗

film

Video Editing Techniques

6 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Edit with intent: cutting, trimming, transitions and continuity
  • Build tension and pace through storytelling edit decisions
  • Use sound and music to strengthen your edits
  • Finish projects: colour correction, titles and delivery exports

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; a demonstrated interest in video production; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
2 × R1 450/month
Total
R4 350
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film

DIY Filmmaking & Video Production

12 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Plan a production from concept to storyboard
  • Shoot with confidence: camera types, composition and coverage
  • Edit your footage from rough cut to final grade
  • Package and share your finished film on modern platforms

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
3 × R1 450/month
Total
R5 800
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radio

Content Creation, Podcasting and Personal Branding Mastery

12 weeks · blended · online lessons + on-campus workshops

  • Plan, record and publish a podcast from a real studio
  • Produce video content for digital platforms
  • Build a personal brand and content strategy that grows an audience
  • Understand monetisation paths for independent creators

Entry: Grade 10 or equivalent; reliable internet access for the online components.

Enrolment
R1 450 once-off
Instalments
3 × R1 450/month
Total
R5 800
Apply ↗

Short courses are skills programmes with a PASMA certificate of completion — they are not accredited national qualifications. For the accredited route, see the occupational certificates.

10For high-school students

PASMA Brand
Ambassador.

Represent your future, earn rewards. The Brand Ambassador programme is for high-school students who are passionate about media — music production, video and photography, podcasting, radio — and want to grow their skills while representing the academy in their school community.

Ambassadors introduce their schoolmates to the media production industry, share learning opportunities, and get access to PASMA's studios and learning resources as they progress through the tiers.

What ambassadors do

  • Educate schoolmates about the media production industry
  • Share PASMA's qualifications, courses and open learning tools
  • Promote learning opportunities online and face-to-face

Interested? Ask about the ambassador programme ↗

Short courses — January & June intakesBloemfontein · South Africa

Level up
part-time.

Grade 10 entry. Blended delivery.
Workshops streamed for off-campus learners.

Apply online now ↗or WhatsApp 064 810 1494