About The Programme

The BA (Hons) Music Performance is focused on Western art music, with training in practical musicianship, music theory, and academic knowledge. It is a practice-based, creative degree programme in which you would be expected to practice individually, rehearse in ensembles, and perform in both contexts. During your studies, you will also gain knowledge in music theory, music history, composition, arrangement, music technology and music education.

This programme is ideal for you if you have a background in performance with an interest in solo performance and/or ensemble playing. Graduates will be equipped for a professional career in the music industry as performers, educators, and session musicians, utilising a broad exposure to other related areas, including composition and arrangement. Furthermore, due to the interdisciplinary nature of the programme and its strong emphasis on collaborative work, you would gain a wide range of transferable skills necessary for employment in today’s creative industries.

Intakes

March & August

Duration

3 Years (full-time)

Career Prospects

• Performer
• Educator
• Session musician
• Composer
• Conductor
• Arranger

Programme Structure

Year 1

• Instrument/Voice Lessons
• Large & Small Ensembles
• Music Theory & Musicianship
• Audio Recording & Production
• World Music

Year 2

• Instrument/Voice Lessons
• Large & Small Ensembles
• Music Theory & Musicianship
• Music History
• Composition & Improvisation
• Collaborative Project

Year 3

• Research Project
• Music Pedagogy
• Arts and Society in Malaysia
• Creative Industries and Entrepreneurship
• Creative Project
• Internship

Electives (Choose 1 in Year 3)

• Topic Studies 1
• Topic Studies 2

Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects

for International Student

• Malay Language for Communication 2
• Malaysian Studies 3
• Community Service

Entry Requirement

STPM

Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)

A-Level

Minimum 2 grade Cs

Australian Matriculation

ATAR 55

Canadian Matriculation

55%

Monash University Foundation Year

55%

Sunway Foundation in Arts

CGPA 2.0

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology

CGPA 2.0

Unified Examination Certificate

Maximum 28 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)

International Baccalaureate

Completed with minimum 24 points (excluding bonus points)

Sunway Diploma in Related Field*

CAVG 50% or CGPA 2.0

Specific Requirements

All candidates must pass an audition. Candidates should prepare three short pieces to be  sung or performed on the instrument of their choice. Please  contact [email protected] for more details

English Language Requirements

IELTS or equivalent  6.0

Note: Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

*Sunway Diploma holders may obtain advanced standing if credit transfer requirements are met.

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