AFDA Higher Certificate in Radio & Podcasting
AFDA

AFDA

Higher Certificate in Radio & Podcasting

Johannesburg, South Africa

Certificate

1 year

English

Full time

ZAR 82,005 **

On-Campus

* rolling admissions - before Late Enrollment window closes

** Total Tuition Fees 2023

Key Summary

About: The Higher Certificate in Radio & Podcasting focuses on both radio and podcasting skills, preparing students to engage with today’s audio landscape.

The program covers essential techniques, production methods, and storytelling elements that are crucial for creating compelling audio content.

It offers a hands-on approach, where students will work on various projects to enhance their practical abilities.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can explore various career paths, including roles as podcast producers, radio presenters, sound engineers, and audio editors.

This program equips students with the skills needed to enter the dynamic audio industry and contribute to both traditional and emerging audio platforms.

NQF Level 5 | SAQA ID 99532

The Higher Certificates (HC) courses at AFDA are 1-year NQF level 5 programs 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 the 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.

Overview

The Higher Certificate in Radio & Podcasting focuses on the basic skills to be able to work at a radio station and/or in podcasting recording. The program will prepare students with an understanding of the 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 vocal 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 Programs.