Overview

It is a practice-based, creative degree programme in which you would be expected to practice individually, rehearse in ensembles, and perform in both contexts. During your studies, you will also gain knowledge in music theory, music history, composition, arrangement, music technology and music education.

Key facts

This Music Performance (Hons) degree offered at Sunway University is ideal for you if you have a background in performance with an interest in solo performance and/or ensemble playing. Graduates will be equipped for a professional career in the music industry as performers, educators, and session musicians, utilising a broad exposure to other related areas, including composition and arrangement. Furthermore, due to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and its strong emphasis on collaborative work, you would gain a wide range of transferable skills necessary for employment in today’s creative industries.

Career Prospects

Performer
Educator
Session musician
Composer
Conductor
Arranger

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Instrument/Voice Lessons

Large & Small Ensembles

Music Theory & Musicianship

Audio Recording & Production

World Music

Instrument/Voice Lessons

Large & Small Ensembles

Music Theory & Musicianship

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-04-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Music Performance View 4 other Bachelors in Music Performance 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

STPM

Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)

A-Level

Minimum 2 grade Cs

Australian Matriculation

ATAR 55

Sunway Foundation in Arts

CGPA 2.0

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology

CGPA 2.0

Unified Examination Certificate

Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)

International Baccalaureate

Completed with minimum 24 points (excluding bonus points)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8809 USD / year

≈ 8809 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8450 USD / year

≈ 8450 USD / year

Additional Details

RM37,390 for Malaysian students

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.

Funding

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Delivered

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