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Course Overview

By covering the key areas of Arranging, Technology, Performance, Recording and Music Business (but not neglecting other related studies such as contemporary music theory, ear training and composition), the programme will enable its graduates to pursue challenging and rewarding careers within the industry.

Assessments
Vary from course to course including:

  • Written exams.
  • Practical performance.
  • Recital/master class attendance.
  • Project-based coursework.

Entry Requirement 

MUSIC AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Performance Audition (Auditions are conducted at least 1 month before the start of the semester)
  • Duration: 15 minutes
  • Memorization is strongly encouraged for scholarship application
  • 3 contemporary pieces of contrasting styles (preferably contemporary styles: jazz, pop, rock, Latin, popular styles, etc.)
  • The performance must demonstrate the ability to improvise in the given style
Notes:
  • String/woodwind/voice majors are required to bring along their own piano accompanist or request one from the Institute. In this case, a fee will be charged. Contemporary music candidates may choose to use minus-one recordings to accompany their audition. Please bring your own laptop, tablet, or other similar audio-playback devices. The Institute will prepare a 1/8 – 1/8-inch audio connection.
  • Composition majors are required to submit a portfolio of compositions and pass the audition on a major instrument
Aural Diagnostic Test
  • Sight-singing; repeating a rhythmic phrase from memory; singing in intervals, scale & trials.
Theory Diagnostic Test
  • Topics include intervals; scales and key signatures; triads & 7th chords and its inversions; roman numeral or lead sheet symbols analysis; time signatures, the grouping of notes & rests and cadences.

English Language Requirements:

  • English language competency requirements are as follows: Minimum Band 3 of MUET; or a minimum score of 5.0 in IELTS; or a minimum score of 42 in TOEFL iBT (500 in PBT); or a minimum score of 47 in Pearson Test of English; or a minimum score of 154 in Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests.
  • Applicants who have an academic qualification from a higher learning institution that uses the English Language as a medium of instruction may be granted an exemption from the University English Language requirements.

Fees

Tuition Fees:

First Time Payment: RM 31600 and USD 8540

  1. Year 1: RM 33560
  2. Year 2: RM 37150
  3. Year 3: RM 17230
  4. Total: RM 87940

This information was accurate on : 16/02/2021
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