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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.
Entry Requirements
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
140 Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
200
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
Performance Audition (Auditions are conducted at least one month before the start of the semester)
- Duration: 15 minutes
- Memorisation is strongly encouraged for scholarship application
- Classical Music: Three pieces of contrasting styles (e.g. Baroque, Classical, Romantic or 20th Century)
- Classical Voice: Three pieces of contrasting styles in at least two different languages (e.g. German, Italian, French, English, Chinese, etc)
- Chinese Music Instruments: Perform two pieces of music from memory.
- Contemporary Music: Three pieces of contrasting styles (e.g. Jazz, Pop, Rock, Latin or other popular styles)
- For repertoires with piano parts, an accompanist is needed. A request for accompanist from the institute can be made for an additional fee.
- We currently offer the following instruments for the wind instruments area: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium and Tuba. For other wind instruments, please contact the institute directly for more information.
- We currently offer the following instruments for the Chinese instruments area: Dizi, Erhu, Guzheng, Pipa, Sheng and Yangqin. For other Chinese music instruments, please contact the institute directly for more information.
- Composition majors are required to submit a portfolio of their compositions and pass an audition on their principal instrument.
Aural Diagnostic Test
- Repeat a melody and a rhythmic phrase from memory.
Sample Questions (Click Here)
Theory Diagnostic Test
- Topics include intervals, scales & key signatures.
Sample Questions (Click Here)
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 2CEFR
B1 (with at least 2 skill at B1)SPM English
Grade B+UEC English Language
Grade A2TOEFL IBT
30-31IELTS
4.0SPM English Language 1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade CCambridge English Qualification Test / Linguaskill
140Pearson Test
36- 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)
200IELTS
Band 4.0TOEFL IBT
30-31TOEFL ESSENTIALS (ONLINE)
5.0PTE Academic / Academic (online)
36MUET
Band 3- 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
- Professional Skills
- Listening Skills
- Music in Malaysia – A Survey
- Introduction to MIDI and Notation
- Classical Music Survey or Popular Music and Jazz Survey
- Introduction to Music Technology
- Major Instrument 1-5
- Minor Instrument 1-2
Specialised Core Courses
- Performance Skills 1-2
- Chamber Music Ensemble 1-3 or Modern Band 1-3
- Internship
- Recital
General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.
- Malaysian Studies or Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2) - Malaysian Eco-Tourism
- Professional Skills
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 1-2
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 56,080
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 72,880
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.
All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.
