| Approval Code | R2/212/6/0019; 03/2024 |
| Accreditation Code | A 9725 |
| Classification | BMus (Hons) |
| Subject Area | Classical |
| Course Mode | Full Time |
| Course Duration | 3 years |
| Course Location | Kuala Lumpur |
| Intakes | January, May and September |
The Bachelor of Music (Hons.) programme is intended for those who wish to pursue classical music studies to an advanced level and has the advantage of a very broad based curriculum without compromising the possibility of increasing the specialisation in one or more areas. Performance and performance-related studies are especially prominent but other areas such as history, analysis and stylistic composition are also included.
This blend of practical work and academic enquiry will produce graduates equipped with a raft of skills and knowledge that will be of value to many employers and enable them to pursue careers not only as performers and teachers, but also as administrators and managers within the wider music industry and beyond.
Assessments
Vary from course to course including:
- Written exams.
- Practical performance.
- Recital / master class attendance.
- Project-based coursework.
Candidates may be admitted into the music degree programs by one of these 2 paths:
A. Complete and pass all courses with a minimum of Grade C in the Foundation in Music program at UCSI University,
OR
B. Meet BOTH academic and music requirements below:
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must meet either of the following requirements:
Qualification
Academic Requirements
STPM
At least 2 principal passes with minimum CGPA of 2.0
A Level
2 principal passes
UEC
At least B grade in 5 subjects
UCSI Foundation Year / Foundation programs from other higher learning institutions / National Matriculation/ Pre-U2 Singapore/ Diploma (Level 4 KKM)
Pass with minimum CGPA of 2.0
High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) / Canadian Grade 12 – title following various districts in Canada / Canadian Pre-University (CPU) / Canadian International Matriculation (CIMP)/ SAM / AUSMAT / SACE / TEE / HSC (NSW) / NTCE / WACE
Pass with a minimum of 60%
Or, Other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian government
AND
Passed the music audition
Passed the music audition
MUSIC AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
| Performance Audition (Auditions are conducted at least 1 month before the start of the semester) |
|
| Aural Diagnostic Test |
|
| Theory Diagnostic Test |
|
For international candidates: Candidate is given the provision to do a live audition for admissions. For more information, please check with your course counsellor/agent.
Note / Legend:
Discretion is given to the Head of School to deal with applicants who have results borderline to the Academic Requirements.
SPM Credit – 'A+' to 'C'
O-Level – 'A' to 'C'
UEC Credit – 'A1' to 'B6'
O-Level – 'A' to 'C'
UEC Credit – 'A1' to 'B6'
STPM principal – 'A' to 'C'
A-Level principal – 'A' to 'E'
A-Level principal – 'A' to 'E'
English Language Requirements
For Local Students (Diploma and Degree)- English language competency requirements are as follows: Minimum grade of B+ in SPM English Language; or a minimum grade of C in SPM English Language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE; or a minimum grade of A2 in UEC English language; or minimum Band 3 of MUET.
- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
- English language competency requirements are as follows: Minimum score of Band 3 in MUET (Malaysian University English Test); or a score of 500 in Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or a score of 5.0 in International Language Testing System (IELTS); or its equivalent.
- Candidates from countries that use English as first language and candidates who uses their academic requirement from institutions that uses English as the language of instruction are given exemption from the requirements.
- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00920) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and / or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
- 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.
| Performing | Soloist, accompanist, orchestral / chamber musician. |
| Teaching | Private, music institutions / centres. |
| Composing / arranging | Publishing, production, recording, advertising. |
Core Courses
- Choir/Concert Choir 1-6
- Orchestra 1-6
- Collaborative Piano 1-2
- Chamber Music Ensemble 1-2
- Recital Attendance 1-5
- Masterclass Attendance 1-5
- Music Theory 1-3
- Materials and Techniques of Twentieth Century Music
- Aural Skills 1-3
- Music History 1-2
- History Seminar
- Writing in Music
- Music Research Methodology
- Introduction to Music Technology
- Live Sound
- Principles of Teaching
- Major Instrument 1-4
- Short Semester Major Instrument
- Final Year Performance 1-2 / Final Year Research Project 1-2
- Minor Instrument 1-2
- Class Piano 1-2
- Music Industry in Malaysia/li>
- Internship
ELECTIVES Students are required to complete 13 credit hours from the selection.
- English Diction
- Italian Diction
- French Diction
- German Diction
- Analysis
- Counterpoint
- Instrumentation
- Conducting Skills
- Keyboard Skills
- Vocal Pedagogy
- Vocal Literature 1-2
- Opera Workshop
- Piano Pedagogy 1-2
- Piano Literature 1-2
- Performance Practices
- Kodály Method 1-2
- World Music
- Rock Music History
- Jazz Music History
- Music and Film
- Song Writing
- Jingle Writing
- Introduction to Jazz Improvisation
- Music Production Techniques
- Film Scoring
- Minor Instrument 3-4
- Introduction to Mass Communication
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Introduction to Psychology 1
General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.
U1
– For Malaysian students:
- Ethnic Relations
- Islamic Civilisation and Asian Civilisation
– For foreign students:
- Malaysian Studies
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
U2
– University life
U3
– Malaysian Experiential Tourism
U4
– Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 to 3
All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.
