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 2025-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

4

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TOEFL^® IBT

41

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Credits

127 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Music View 7 other Bachelors in Music in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

4

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41

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Other requirements

General requirements

Passed the STPM with at least CGPA of 2.0 and Grade C in any three (3) subjects including General Studies; AND
Candidate must have one (1) of the following qualification:
Yamaha Certificate Minimum Grade 7;
The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) Certificate Minimum Grade 5;
Trinity College London (TCL) Certificate Minimum Grade 5;
London College of Music (LCM) Certificate Minimum Grade 5;
Australian GUILD Music & Speech Exam Board Certificate Minimum Grade 5;
Possess other related certificate(s) in Music; OR
Obtained at least Grade B for Music subject at SPM level; OR
Have working experience in Music field for at least three (3) years by submitting related evidence; AND
Obtained at least Band 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) AND
Passed audition and interview.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

62500 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 62500 MYR per year during 36 months.
National

9000 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9000 MYR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Kuala Lumpur

2210 - 3815 MYR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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