MASTER OF PERFORMING ARTS (MUSIC) (MIXED-MODE)

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MASTER OF PERFORMING ARTS (MUSIC)


Programme Overview

This programme offered with 42 credits and the duration of the course is three (3) semesters minimum and eight (8) semesters maximum.


Candidates will be able to understand and analyze advanced theory of music in classical music as well as contemporary music which will help in research of analytical writing skill. Candidates will also able to discuss critically issues pertaining to music education and pedagogy. Candidates also have the opportunity to learn the technique of composing, knowledge of using the computer and studio at a higher level, ethnomusicology, and music production.


Full-Time Duration: 3 Semesters (Mixed-Mode)


Programme Structure

Core Course (9 Credits)


  • Methodology in Music Research
  • Performance Practice
  • Readings in Musicology

Elective Courses (3 Credits)


  • Music Technology
  • Theory and Structural Analysis of Music
  • Music Composition
  • Ethnomusicology
  • Research in Music Education
  • Practical Studies: Performance

Research Courses (30 Credits)


  • Dissertation

Career Prospects

Music Director, Music Composer, Music Educator, Professional Musician, Musicologist, Music Therapist, Arts Administrator, Music Producer, Music Critic, Music Researcher, Music Arranger, Ethnomusicologist, Music Technology Specialist, Performance Coach, Music Curator.

Tuition Fee

Local

RM 16,500

International

RM 32,500

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements

For applicants with a CGPA of not less than 3.00:
  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or

For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
  • Graduate from University Malaya; or
  • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
  • Produce publications in related field; or
  • Receive a scholarship; or
  • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
  • Pass an interview by Faculty; or
  • Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.

Specific Entry Requirements

  • General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor's Degree of Music.
  • Equivalent Qualification: N/A
  • Related Fields: Performance Arts, Dance, Dance Creation and Production, Dance Education, Dance Culture.
  • Special Requirements: N/A

English Requirements

  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable