CONTINUING EDUCATION
Subsidised Music Courses (PDAC)
KARON's piano, guitar, drums and guzheng courses are approved under DSEDJ's 2026–2029 Continuing Education Development Programme. Macau residents aged 15+ can use up to MOP 6,000 towards lessons. Places are limited.
- 6,000
- Subsidy cap per person (MOP)
- 15+
- Macau residents, automatic
- 70%
- Attendance required
- 3 campuses
- Ferry · Fai Chi Kei · Rua do Campo
Approved courses and campuses
These courses are approved for the 2026–2029 programme. Time slots and places vary by campus — check with an advisor before enrolling.
Art (watercolour, oil), vocal and violin courses are not currently covered but can be taken as regular courses.
How the subsidy works for one-to-one lessons
One-to-one instrument lessons are "one-person courses" under DSEDJ rules: pay first, claim later.
- 01
Enrol in person
Bring your own Macau ID card or e-ID and enrol on the campus terminal with a local mobile number.
- 02
Pay the fee
One-person courses are paid upfront; no deposit is needed.
- 03
Sign in twice per lesson
Within 30 minutes before to 15 minutes after the start, and within 30 minutes after the end — otherwise the lesson doesn't count.
- 04
Reach 70% attendance
Once valid attendance reaches 70%, you can claim the subsidy.
- 05
Claim via Macau One Account
Apply within 180 days (no later than 31 July 2029) with a Macau bank account; approved amounts are paid by transfer.
Before you enrol
- Unused 2023–2026 balances do not carry over to 2026–2029.
- The subsidy is personal and cannot be transferred to family members.
- Each one-person course allows one reschedule, requested at least 1 hour before the lesson.
- Absences or invalid sign-ins lower attendance and can affect the payout.
- DSEDJ replies within 45 days of the month an application is complete and pays within 90 days of approval.
FAQ
Continuing education FAQ
Summarised from DSEDJ's Continuing Education Development Programme page. DSEDJ's latest announcements prevail. DSEDJ PDAC page
Updated：
How much is the 2026–2029 PDAC subsidy?
Up to MOP 6,000 per person, for tuition of DSEDJ-approved courses and listed certification exams only.
Who is eligible?
Macau residents who are 15 or older by 31 December of any year from 2026 to 2029 become beneficiaries automatically from 1 January of that year.
How do I check my remaining balance?
Log in to DSEDJ's Personal Learning Account system with your Macau One Account. First-time users must activate the account. Hotline: 2842 5199.
Can my 2023–2026 balance carry over?
No. The 2026–2029 programme starts afresh with a MOP 6,000 cap.
Can family members use my subsidy?
No. Only the beneficiary can enrol and attend.
Which KARON courses are covered?
Piano, acoustic and electric guitar (all three campuses); drums and guzheng (Ferry and Rua do Campo). Places are limited — message us first.
Are art, singing or violin covered?
Not at the moment. KARON's approved courses are piano, guitar, drums and guzheng.
Do I pay first?
Yes for one-to-one instrument courses: pay the fee, reach 70% attendance, then claim the subsidy online.
Is there a deposit?
Not for one-person courses. Regular group courses deduct the fee plus a 50% deposit from your account, refunded automatically at 70% attendance.
What attendance is required? Can I reschedule?
70% valid attendance. Each one-person course allows one reschedule at least 1 hour before the lesson; other absences count against attendance.
When can I claim and when is it paid?
Within 180 days of reaching 70% attendance and by 31 July 2029. DSEDJ usually decides within 45 days and pays within 90 days of approval.
What qualifications do the teachers have?
DSEDJ requires music teachers to hold Grade 8 or equivalent (ABRSM, CCOM, etc.). All KARON teachers hold Grade 8 or a music diploma.
TRIAL LESSON
Check available places
Leave your details or message us on WeChat — an advisor will confirm the instrument, campus time slot and current places.