The Bachelor of Music is one of the core programmes started in 1997. After decades of educating and producing quality graduates in music, our programme has been striving to improve teaching and learning on par with leading universities worldwide. The curriculum is designed to develop students' musical craft and creativity in performance and theoretical studies in related domains. The Bachelor of Music focuses on four areas of study - Performance, Composition, Ethnomusicology and Education and students can expect to be taught by leading ethnomusicologists, musicologists, music composers, music educators, and professional performers of various backgrounds.
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester and 1 special semester), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization
English Language Communication
Co-Curricular
Secondary Study I
Music Ensemble I
Music Theory
Aural and Musicianship
History of Western Music: Pre-Classical
Principal Study I
Philosophy and Current Issues
Malay Language Communication
English Language Communication
Advanced Aural and Musicianship
Principal Study II
Secondary Study II
Music Ensemble II
Tonal Harmony
History of Western Music: Classical and Beyond
Elective Course: SHE 1*
Performing Arts Theory
Computer Music I
Principal Study III
Orchestra I
Chamber Music
Advanced Tonal Harmony
Elective Course: SHE 2**
Basic Entrepreneurship Enculturation
Research Methodology for Performing Arts
Advanced Music Theory
World Music Culture
Principal Study IV
Orchestra II
Introduction to Music Education
Curricular
Final Year Project (Recital)
Final Year Project (Thesis) (P)
Computer Music II
Music Ensemble III
Elective Course: Programme Elective*
Final Year Project (Recital)
Final Year Project (Thesis) (P)
Music Ensemble IV
Electronic Composition
Elective Course: Programme Elective*
Faculty Elective
Elective Course: SHE 3*
Elective Course: SHE 4*
Industrial Training
Note:
* Compulsory for local students
** Compulsory for international students
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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
Keyboard Skills
Dictions
Piano Accompaniment
Introduction of Popular Music
Introduction of Jazz Studies
Fundamental of Conducting
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
Piano Pedagogy
Music for Animation and Film
Traditional Malay Music
Composition and Arrangement II
FACULTY ELECTIVE COURSE
Makeup and Special Effects
Theatre Costume Design
Asian Theatre Survey
Stage Management
Set and Props 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
Dance Music I
Indian 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
Silat Tari
Choreography II
Career Prospects
Advanced Music Conductor, Arts Critic, Ballet Instructor, Choreographer, Dance Instructor, Dance Music Composer, Dance Notation Specialist, Electronic Music Producer, Ensemble Director, Film Music Composer, Jazz Musician, Music Appreciation Specialist, Music Analyst, Music Educator, Music Ensemble Director, Music for Animation and Film Composer, Music Pedagogue, Music Producer, Music Therapist, Orchestra Conductor, Orchestra Musician, Piano Instructor, Principal Study Musician, Recording Engineer, Songwriter, Stage Combat Instructor, Stage Director, Stage Manager, Traditional Music Specialist.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM54,700
(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)
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
Possesses good vision, hearing, or speech and is not color blind
1. Candidates must have one (1) of the following qualifications:
- Minimum Grade 7 Yamaha Certificate
- Minimum Grade 5 Certificate from The Associated Board of The Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
- Minimum Grade 5 Certificate from Trinity College London (TCL)
- Minimum Grade 5 Certificate from London College of Music (LCM)
2. candidates must have one (1) of the following qualifications:
- Possess other related music certificates;
- Have at least three (3) years of work experience in the field of music with relevant supporting evidence.
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
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)