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Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Music is one of the core programme started in 1997. After decades of educating and producing quality graduates in music, our programme has been striving to improve teaching and learning on par with leading universities worldwide. The curriculum is designed to develop student’s musical craft and creativity in performance, and theoritical studies in related domains. The Bachelor of Music focuses on four areas of study - music performance, composition, ethnomusicology and music education, taught by leading ethnomusicologist, musicologist, music composers, music educators, and professional performers.
Pass the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with a credit (Grade C) in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia subject
or
A credit (Grade C) in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July papers and pass in History (SPM 2013 and above);
and
Achieve a minimum Band in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) as required in special requirements of the programme.
and
Have fulfilled all special requirements of the programme as may be prescribed by the Senate.
STPM
Pass the STPM with a minimun of CGPA 2.00 and Grade C in any three (3) subjects include Pengajian Am;
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 Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Pass audition and interview.
MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION
Pass the Matriculation / Foundation with a minimum of CGPA 2.00
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;
and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Pass audition and interview.
DIPLOMA/EQUIVALENT
REQUIREMENT 1
Possess a Diploma in Music from Malaysia Public University or other institution recognized by the Government of Malaysia and the University Senate with at least CGPA of 2.00;
and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Pass audition and interview.
OR
REQUIREMENT 2
Have working experience for at least three (3) years as teacher/lecturer in Music field by submitting related evidence;
and
Obtained at least Certificate Grade 8 from one (1) of the following Board:
- The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM);
- Trinity College London (TCL);
- London College of Music
Examination (LCME);
- Australian Music Examination Board (AMEB);
- Australian GUILD Music & Speech Exam Board
or
Possess at least Yamaha Certificate Minimum Grade 6;
or
Possess at least one (1) of the following qualification in Music field:
- Sijil Perguruan Asas Malaysia and Sijil Khas Perguruan Khas;
- Diploma Perguruan Malaysia;
and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Pass audition and interview.
OR
REQUIREMENT 3
Pass the STPM not the current year with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any three (3) subjects include Pengajian Am;
and
Candidate must have at least 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 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 Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Passed audition and interview.
OR
REQUIREMENT 4
Pass the Matriculation / Foundation not the current year with a minimun of CGPA 2.00;
and
Candidate must have at least 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 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 Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Pass audition and interview.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENT 1
Possess a GCE A-Level qualification with at least Grade B in any two (2) subjects;
and
Candidate must have at least 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 Minimum Grade 5;
- Possess other related certificate(s) in Music;
or
Obtained at least Grade B for Music subject at SPM level;
and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants who do not possess a MUET but possessed the following results may be considered for a conditional offer with the fulfilment of the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
Obtained of at least Band 4 (Academic) in IELTS;
or
Obtained of at least 437 points (PBT)/ 123 points (CBT)/ 41 points (IBT) in TOEFL.
and
Pass audition and interview.
OR
REQUIREMENT 2
Pass the Foundation Studies in Creative Arts (ASWARA) with at least CGPA of 2.00;
and
Obtained at least band 2.0 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the exam session 1 of 2021 or band 2.0 for examination up to the year of 2020 according to the validity period on the date of application
and
Pass audition and interview
Students must complete a total of 127 credits in order to be awarded the Bachelor of Music. The programme is to be completed in three (3) academic years which consists of 6 Normal Semesters and including 1 Special Semester.
Students must take and pass all courses / subjects prescribed as:
Course Component
|
Credits |
University Course |
24 |
Faculty Core Course |
7 |
Programme Core Course |
69 |
Faculty Elective Course |
6 |
Programme Elective Course |
21 |
Total Credits |
127 |
RM 54,710.00*
*Subject to approval by the university.
Payment Method
Payment of fees is based on semester subject to the prescribed amount.
- Financing Options
- National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN)
Students are eligible to apply for PTPTN loan subject to the terms and conditions stipulated by PTPTN. (Please refer to: https://www.ptptn.gov.my).
PTPTN Loan (Full-Time Studies)
LEVEL OF STUDY |
ANNUAL FUNDING AMOUNT |
||
Maximum (RM) |
75% (RM) |
50% (RM) |
|
Bachelor’s Degree (Science) |
6,650 |
4,990 |
3,330 |
Bachelor’s Degree (Arts) |
6,180 |
4,630 |
3,090 |
Note: The amount of funding allocated is limited and can only cover part of the fees.
- Employees Provident Fund Withdrawal Scheme for Education (Account II)
EPF contributors can withdraw their savings to finance their own or their children's education at local higher learning institutions.
6 Semesters