This programme aims to produce graduates who are proficient and skilled in the professional practice and academic study of dance.Students study western and non-western, dance techniques, choreography, dance notation and dance education with particular emphasis on Malaysian dance, thus offering a well-rounded multi-cultural and cross cultural dance education at the tertiary level.
Dance faculty members include pioneers and experts in the field of ethnochoreology, modern and traditional choreography and dance education.
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester and 1 special semester), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
English Communication Programme
Co-Curriculum
Word Dance Culture
Dance Notation I
Kesuma Ensemble I
Uma Ensemble I
Dance Technique I
Anatomy And Injury
Malay Classical Dance I
English Communication Programme
Philosophy and Current Issues / Malay Communication Programme*
Dance History
Dance Notation II
Kesuma Ensemble II
Uma Ensemble II
Classical Dance II
Dance Technique II
Composition And Improvisation
Performing Arts Theory
Malay Folk Dance I
Kesuma Ensemble III
Uma Ensemble III
Introduction To Dance Ethnology
Choreography I
Ballet I
Dancers Conditioning
Dance Education
Malay Folk Dance II
Kesuma Ensemble IV
Uma Ensemble IV
Dance Ethnology Seminar
Dance Criticism
Elective courses: Programme Elective
Year End Project (P)
Ensemble Kesuma V
Production Management And Stage Management
Uma Ensemble V
Elective Course: Programme Elective
Elective Course: SHE 1**
Elective Course: SHE 2**
Year End Project (P)
Kesuma Ensemble VI
Dance For Children
Programme Elective
Elective Course: Faculty Elective
Elective Course: SHE 3**
Elective Course: SHE 4**
Industrial Training
Note:
* Compulsory for local students
** Compulsory for international students
# Choose one (1) course only
All students are required to register one (1) course from each SHE Cluster
UNIVERSITI ELECTIVE COURSE – STUDENT HOLISTIC EMPOWERMENT (SHE)
SHE 1 - Thinking Matters: Mind & Intellect
SHE 2 - Emotional, Physical & Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body & Soul
SHE 3 - Technology/Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: I-Techie
SHE 4 - Global Issues & Community Sustainability: Making the World a Better Place
PROGRAMME ELECTIVE COURSE
Dance Music I
Classical Dance – Bharata Natyam
Dance Technique IV
Jazz Technique I
Malay Dance of Nusantara
Tai Chi
Dance Music II
Jazz Technique II
Dance Technique III
Ballet II
Martial Arts in Dance
Koreografi II
FACULTY ELECTIVE COURSE
Keyboard Skills
Dictions
Piano Accompaniment
Introduction of Popular Music
Introduction of Jazz Studies
Fundamental of Conducting
Piano Pedagogy
Vocal Pedagogy and Repertoire
Basic Vocal
Composition and Arrangement
Orchestra
Taklempong
Topics in Music
Malaysia-Nusantara Music History
Teaching Music in Schools
Music Appreciation
Advanced Music Conducting
Music Analysis
Songwriting
Music and Movement
String Repertoire and Pedagogy
Piano Repertoire
Orchestration
Music for Animation and Film
Traditional Malay Music
Practicum in Make-up for Effect
Theatre Costume Design
Asian Theatre Survey
Stage Management
Set and Prop Design
Theatre Management
Stage Combat
Lighting Design and Technology
Sound Design and Technology
Children’s Theatre Production
Script Writing for Video
Stage Acting
Video Production Practicum
Voice Acting
Acting for Television and Film
Advanced Directing
Career Prospects
Ballet Instructor, Choreographer, Dance Critic, Dance Ethnologist, Dance Instructor, Dance Therapist, Dance Writer, Ensemble Director, Event Coordinator, Movement Coach, Performance Artist, Production Manager, Stage Manager, Traditional Dance Performer.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM49,600
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation / Foundation (Science and Arts Stream)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
STAM
Not Offered
Diploma / Equivalent
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a Diploma from a Public University/IPTA/ILKA/Polytechnic/IPTS or other qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the Senate of the University of Malaya, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Not Offered
AUSMAT
Not Offered
STPM (not the current year)
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation/Foundation (not the current year)
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
IPTS
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirement
Possesses good vision, hearing, or speech and is not color blind
Senior High School Certificate
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60%/grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation/Foundation
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GEC A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirement
Any music certificate from the recognized institution approved by the University
Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental, mental health or physical illness and/or disabilities and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.
English Language Requirements
Obtain a minimum of Band 2.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 2.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS; or
Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)