The Bachelor of Drama programme provides a comprehensive grounding in the theories, technique, aesthetics, management, and technologies of drama and theatre. This programme offers the flexibility for students to choose an area of specialisation either as professionals or academics as their careers.
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester and 1 special semester), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
English Course
Drama Appreciation
Vocals Technique
Malaysia Traditional Theatre
Theatre Technology
Movement Technique In Theatre
Philosophy And Current Issues / Basic Malay Language*
English Communication
Style And Technique Of Acting
Drama Script Analysis
Theatre Design
Malaysian Modern Theatre
Arts Management
Performing Arts Theory
Directing
Traditional Theatre Production
Playwriting
Southeast Asian Theatre
Elective Course: SHE 1*
Entrepreneurship Enculturation
Research Methodology For Performing Arts
Context And Aesthetic In Performance
Philosophy And Drama
Arts Criticism
Western Theatre
Elective Course: SHE 2*
Co-Curriculum
Drama In Education
Topics In Drama And Theatre
Final Year Academic Project
Drama Performing Arts Project
Elective Course: Programme Elective
Elective Course: SHE 3*
Co-Curriculum
Arts Marketing
Final Year Academic Project
Drama Performing Arts Project
Programme Elective
Elective Course: Faculty Elective
Elective Course: SHE 4*
Industrial Training
Note:
* Compulsory for local students
** Compulsory for international students
# Choose one (1) course only
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
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
International
RM62,100
Intake
Semester 1 (October) Intake
Semester 2 (March) Intake
Note: Subject to the availability of the programme offering.
Entry Requirement
STPM (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
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)
Malaysian Citizen
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)
Malaysian Citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
IPTS
Malaysian Citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain at least a grade of B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirement
Pass the test and/or interview as required by the Public University
Senior High School Certificate
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60%/grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
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 recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirement
Pass the test and/or interview as required by the Public University
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)