Overview

The curriculum of the Music programme from University of Malaya is designed to develop students' musical craft and creativity in performance and theoretical studies in related domains.

Career opportunity

Composer
Orchestra
Conductor
Music Writer
Music Performer
Music Lecturer
Choir Conductor
Music Director
Recording Artist
Music Producer
Music Arranger
Instrument Instructor
Session Player (Sessionist)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Bachelor of Music focuses on four areas of study - Performance, Composition, Ethnomusicology and Education and students can expect to be taught by leading ethnomusicologists, musicologists, music composers, music educators, and professional performers of various backgrounds.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-09-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

40

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PTE Academic

47

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IELTS

5

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Credits

127 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Music View 11 other Bachelors in Music in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

40

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

47

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

5

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Other requirements

General requirements

Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation / Foundation (Science and Arts Stream)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
STAM
Not Offered
Diploma / Equivalent
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a Diploma from a Public University/IPTA/ILKA/Polytechnic/IPTS or other qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the Senate of the University of Malaya, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

64500 MYR / year

≈ 64500 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

54700 MYR / year

≈ 54700 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career opportunity

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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