Overview

You will benefit immensely from the tutelage of acclaimed academics and performers at UCSI University. You will also have access to renowned musicians who visit the Institute. Additionally, you will step into a huge reservoir of talent and your peers will impact you profoundly on this Classical Music (Hons) programme.

Career Opportunities

Performing:

Soloist, accompanist, orchestral / chamber musician.

Teaching:

Private, music institutions / centres.

Composing / arranging:

Publishing, production, recording, advertising.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory
Music History
Counterpoint
Instrumentation
Music and Film
World Music
Music Research Methodology
Instrumental Chamber Ensemble
History Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-04 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-05-25 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

40

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PTE Academic

47

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IELTS

5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

40

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PTE Academic

47

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IELTS

5

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Other requirements

General requirements

STPM

At least 2 principal passes with minimum CGPA of 2.0

A Level

minimum 2 D’s

UEC

At least B grade in 5 subjects

Performance Audition

Duration: 15 minutes
Memorization is strongly encouraged for scholarship application
3 pieces of contrasting styles (e.g. Baroque, Classical, Romantic or Modern)
Classical Voice: 3 pieces of contrasting styles in at least two different languages
Composition majors are required to submit a portfolio of compositions and pass the audition on a major instrument

Aural Diagnostic Test

Sight singing; repeating a rhythmic phrase from memory; singing in intervals, scale & trials.

Theory Diagnostic Test

Topics include intervals; scales and key signatures; triads & 7th chords and its inversions; roman numeral or lead sheet symbols analysis; time signatures, grouping of notes & rests and cadences.

For international candidates: Candidate is given the provision to do a live audition for admissions.

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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

51772 MYR / year

≈ 51772 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

39880 MYR / year

≈ 39880 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Classical Music (Hons).

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Overview

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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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