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Diploma In Music Performance

Intakes
January, May and September
Course Duration
2.5 years
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Course Mode
Full Time
Approval Code
R/0215/4/0014; 12/2027
Accreditation Code
MQA/FA7932


Overview

Sharpening your music skills through solo and ensemble training, our programme is suitable for students who are eager to earn an additional qualification while making and learning about music that covers from theory to technology; the various genres ranging from pop and jazz to classical music to cater to your diverse needs....

Towards the end of your diploma, all students would also have to sign off with an internship as preparation and before advancing towards real-world experiences.

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Entry Requirements

Candidates may be admitted into the music programs by meeting BOTH academic and music requirements below:

Academic Requirements

Candidates must meet either of the following requirements:

SPM(V)/O-Level

Pass with at least a ‘Cʼ grade (Credit) in 3 subjects

STPM/A-Level

Pass with a minimum of GPA of 2.0 (Grade C) in 1 subject

​UEC

Pass with at least a ‘Bʼ grade in 3 subjects

​SKM/KKM (Level 3)

Pass SPM with at least a Credit in 1 subject and ‘program pengukuhanʼ (if needed)

​KKM (Level 3)

Pass with a minimum CGPA of 2.0

STAM

Pass (pangkat maqbul)

Other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian government

AND, pass Music Audition

Music Audition Requirements

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English Language Requirements

For Local Students
MUET
Band 2
CEFR
B1 (with at least 2 skill at B1)
SPM English
Grade B+
UEC English Language
Grade A2
TOEFL IBT
30-31
IELTS Academic
4.0
Pearson Test
36
SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade C
Cambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill
140
Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS
106

  • Noted: Candidates who scored lower than above requirement will have to take the SE004 Basic English subject before taking the SE005 English Foundation subject in the foundation year.
For International Students
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
(B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced C2 Proficiency, Linguaskill Online)
140
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
(OET)(Conventional/Online)
200
IELTS Academic
Band 4.0
TOEFL IBT
30-31
TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE)
5.0
PTE Academic / Academic (online)
36
MUET
Band 3
Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS
106

  • Applicants who have an academic qualification from a higher learning institution which uses the English Language as a medium of instruction may be granted an exemption from the University English Language requirements.
  • The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement may be advised by Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.

Courses Offered

Core Courses
  • Choir 1-4 or Orchestra 1-4
  • Recital Attendance 1-4
  • Masterclass Attendance 1-4
  • Theory Rudiments 1-2 
  • Theory Studies 1-2 or Jazz Theory Studies 1-2
  • Aural Training 1-4
  • Keyboard Harmony 
  • Listening Skills 
  • Music in Malaysia - A Survey
  • Introduction to MIDI and Music Notation
  • Western Art Music History or Popular Music and Jazz History
  • Introduction to Music Technology
  • Major Instrument 1-4
  • Short Semester Major Instrument
  • Minor Instrument 1-2
  • Performance Lab 1-2
  • Chamber Music Ensemble 1-3 or Modern Band 1-3
  • Internship
  • Recital
MPU Subjects
  • Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 1-2
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban or Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah
University Compulsory Subject
  • Effective Communication

Career Opportunities

Performance

Solo and Chamber Ensemble, Recording Artist, Concert Performer.

Music Technology

Production, recording.

Music Business

Management, marketing, administration, retailing and sales.

Fees

Local Students

Approximate Total Fees:

RM 63,370

International Students

Approximate Total Fees:

RM 87,610

Note:

  • This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
  • In accordance with the Malaysian government tax regulation, effective 1st July 2025, a 6% service tax will be imposed on non-Malaysian citizens.

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