Overview

This Performing Arts unique degree delivered at Sunway University provides a strong head-start for employment. Students from the this programme have had successful careers not only in theatre and film but also its related industries in television, radio, journalism, digital media, advertising, broadcasting, and social media.

Students are supported by a diverse, experienced and dynamic faculty who reflect today's industry practices. Apart from lectures, students also learn through demonstrations, practical sessions, tutorials, viewings, discussions, performances and field trips. Students are encouraged to find a voice and be critical of their work. They also have ample opportunities to create for the here and now.

Upon completion, students may choose to further their education in Sunway, or with our partner universities in Australia and the UK.

Career opportunities:

Actor/Performer (Various Platforms)
Cinematographer
Director & Assistant Director
Production Designer
Production Editor
Production/Stage Manager
Production Researcher
Scriptwriter/Playwright
Technical Crew

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Improvisation

Theatre Practices

Audio-Visual Production

Cinema Studies

Professional Skills

Audio-Visual Production

Thought & Writing

Media & Culture

Script Writing

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00

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More details

All application documents and initial payment are to be submitted to International Office at least eight (8) weeks before the intake date(s).

Language

English

IELTS

5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Subang Jaya, Malaysia

Disciplines

Drama Fine Arts View 6 other Bachelors in Drama in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

SPM / O-Level

Pass with minimum 3 credits (including English)

UEC

Pass with minimum 3 Grade Bs (including English)

Other Qualifications

Any other equivalent qualifications.

Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis

An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-4) (Recognition of Prior Learning)

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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

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Non-residents

7442 USD / year

≈ 7442 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7295 USD / year

≈ 7295 USD / year

Additional Details

RM29,750 for Malaysian students

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career opportunities:

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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